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WHEN WHO WHATCROSSPOINT WALK TO EMMAUS #___

Reflects Revision of Director’s Manual pages 102, 103, 119-124, 132-134 Fall 2010 to match Third Edition of Purple Worship Booklet and pages 99-102 effective Jan. 2011. Revisions on pages 6,11,12,13 re lighting directions and posters. Pages 31re

lighting, 32, 36, 44 and 53 re time and text effective April 2012.

When Who What

4:00 PMLD, ALD,

SDWoodward cabin- table assignments, cabin assignments, check Conference room

3rd Check lights on podiums in Chapel & Conference room, put LD Bible on podium open to Luke 24

AV Tech Check on how to operate film5:00 PM Team Team Meal (Conference room)

Chapel-Team Meeting (worship)LD Remind Team to be observant as to where pilgrims are

6:00 PM 1st/SR

Collect all talks both for podium and AV Tech; organize by day.

2nd Collect nametags (take name tags to Dining Hall)Board Rep. Amy

Heller

Collect team payments and notebooks -cross off names

7:00 PM ALDs To dining room for registration.

SRReport to LD when all pilgrims have arrived-Deliver hand cross to prayer team

7:30 PM Send Off (to Conference room)

LD SPEAKS: Welcome to Cross Point Walk to Emmaus. It is time to begin (MEN’S/WOMEN’s) walk number ____.

I am LD and I will be the Lay Director for your walk. As I call off your

names, please come and stand to my right and form a circle. Please say your name back loudly so I can be sure I said it correctly.

Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 1

WHEN WHO WHAT(Use table list. Call table leader, assistant table leader, then table members)

The Assistant Lay Directors for this walk will be SR, 3rd , 2nd and 1st

Providing a lot of great music will be ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Our Board Representative will be _____________ and our A/V Tech will be _______________.

Ladies – The Spiritual Directors for this weekend will be ___________________________________________________________________

Is there anyone else? (Pause)

Ladies, we will now follow two of the assistants and begin your walk to Emmaus!

Please turn and follow the person in front of you.

SR/1st

LEAD – Position yourself BEHIND the pilgrims closest to the doors. LD will direct pilgrims.

2nd /3rd FOLLOW

Candidates and team to Conference room

1st Turn on Conference porch light entrance ahead of group

3rd Have needs list on Saints Table, Pilgrim’s Guides ready

SR SPEAKS


WHEN WHO WHATEveryone needs to pair up with someone you don’t know-someone from a

different church or different town. Get to know each other, because you will be introducing each other using 3 things – NAME, FAMILY, and INTERESTING FACT. In case you forget, it’s written on the board.

(If there are an odd number of pilgrims, a Spiritual Director will pair up with the last pilgrim)

WAIT ABOUT 5-10 minutes – Then speak:1st and I will now model the introductions.

The candidate partners begin. The rest of the Saints table introduces each other as their “NEW BEST FRIEND”.

SR- Ladies, as you heard earlier, your Spiritual Director for this weekend is ___________________.

Spiritual Director introduces Assistant Spiritual Directors and defines the role of the spiritual directors (see page 94 in SD manual)

SD Introduces Lay Director8:00 PM LD SPEAKS ( Have Bible marked and Ready)

ALDs Good time to get a head count


Spiritual Director: This can be an opportunity to:1. Briefly welcome the pilgrims.2. Express your desire to visit with each pilgrim during the coming days.3. Explain that Spiritual Directors will be available for conversation about any concerns, struggles, or matters of faith.4. You may need to explain that Emmaus is ecumenical in nature, thus it is important to remain open to various faith traditions represented in the group. Stress that Holy Communion will be celebrated daily and is open to all. Explain HOW it is done.

WHEN WHO WHATWelcome to the Walk to Emmaus. These three days will be a short

course in Christianity in which all of us will experience the love and grace of God. In essence, we intend to spend the next three days learning more about authentic Christianity and what it means to live a Christian life.

We’ve come here to consider our faith journeys and to fill our hearts with fire. To accomplish this, we must not judge prematurely. Our presence here tonight demonstrates that we have trusted the advice and recommendations of others. Perhaps we’ve seen the effectiveness of The Walk to Emmaus in the lives of men and women who have previously attended. Now we are asked to place the same confidence in this experience that they did. We’re asked to put aside any mistrust. Many of us have been trained in our work to analyze, judge, and evaluate. This is fine – we want everyone to do that; however, it is extremely important that we not make any judgment until we have all the facts. Wait until Sunday night to evaluate.

Please don’t PREJUDGE or ANTICIPATE during the next three days. Let’s simply do what is asked of us at the time it is asked. Let’s not worry about the next day, or the next hour, or even the next minute. Instead, let’s live in the moment…

The Walk to Emmaus is a well-constructed experience in which every part is important, no matter how insignificant it may seem at the time. As each part of the weekend unfolds, rest assured that it is important. All we ask of you is to have confidence in the Emmaus Team and to go forward moment by moment, hour by hour, without fear or distrust.

Let me illustrate what you can expect during these three days.

READ LUKE 24: 13-35 from Bible on podium


WHEN WHO WHATThis story provides the image for our three days together. Two friends,

disciples, were walking together, sharing the deepest concerns of their hearts. The risen Christ joined them and walked with them. Christ responded to their needs through the scriptures. The result was a heartwarming experience as the risen Christ walked and talked with them on the road. The illuminating climax came when Christ blessed and broke the bread during the meal.

The eyes of the two disciples were opened, and they recognized the risen Christ. They jumped to their feet and ran all the way back to Jerusalem to tell others about their experience. This Walk to Emmaus takes place with friends – either friends we now have or ones we will make during these three days.

The scriptures will be explained so that they bring light and understanding to our needs. For many of you, this weekend will be a heartwarming experience. We will share so deeply in worship and Holy Communion that our eyes will be opened, and we will see the risen Christ. We will study, discuss, and experience God’s grace in this community of friends.

I believe you’ll find The Walk to Emmaus a moving experience. Don’t anticipate what the next part will be. Don’t judge Emmaus based only on part of the experience. A particular experience may seem unnecessary at the time. However, if you refrain from anticipation or prejudgment, by Sunday night I am confident that you will find that your Walk has been a beautiful experience. In fact, on Sunday, you will be asked to describe the three days. Maybe then you will see why others say they can’t describe The Walk to Emmaus-one has to live it first.

I ask of you, then, these three things: Your FAITH, your SELF-SURRENDER, your SPIRIT OF CHARITY. Have faith, first of all in God, who uses people and events to accomplish God’s purposes.


WHEN WHO WHATThe Walk to Emmaus resulted from the work of many men and women

who have labored for years to make the Walk the instrument it now is-an instrument for bringing us closer to God. Faith is believing that something great is possible and will happen. These three days are largely a result of the faith commitments of many people. You will notice many people in the background supporting us with food, prayers, and other expressions of love and friendship. Another group of people will be helping me this weekend as members of this Emmaus team, and I’d like for them to stand now so you can see them. (Pause) Let’s adopt a spirit of self-surrender-let’s surrender ourselves to God first of all, then to the pattern of these three days.

Let’s NOT ANTICIPATE but instead give ourselves fully to God here and now. In other words, let’s be truly present to Christ’s working in us. Men & women have come to an authentic relationship with Christ through the Emmaus experience; therefore, let’s ALLOW THE SPIRIT OF CHRIST TO WORK IN US. Let’s not sell this experience short, particularly during this initial period. Tomorrow will be better than tonight; Saturday will be better yet; and by Sunday we may not want to leave. Let’s have faith in God and in this instrument, The Walk to Emmaus.

We hope to fill our minds with ideas and our hearts with fire. Have faith in the Emmaus team presenting this experience. It is quite obvious that we’re human-both clergy and laity. But our strength is in the Holy Spirit who works in us. These may seem like high-sounding words now, but by Sunday we’ll know how true they are. Our complete surrender now guarantees a hundredfold return in these three days.

In addition, we ask you to have a spirit of charity, in other words, to put the interests of other people before your own. When we go from one place to another, let’s be prompt, charitable, and cooperative. Have a spirit of charity for one another and for the speakers. During our time here we can learn a way of living that can serve as a pattern for all our life – in PIETY, in STUDY, and Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 6

WHEN WHO WHATin ACTION. Our lives, should resemble what we see and live, during these three days. All that is asked is that we take advantage of the occasion. We have an opportunity here that should not be wasted.

We’ll have a lot of fun. We’ll laugh, sing, and have a good time together. The food will be great, and there will be plenty of it. Last allow me to stress that The Walk to Emmaus is not an ordinary retreat. While retreats often occur annually, The Walk to Emmaus happens only once in a lifetime.

This evening we will be in a worshipful attitude, followed by a period of silence, as spiritual preparation for our prayers and discussion for the next three days. Let me put your mind at ease: the entire Walk to Emmaus is not a quiet, interior, personal experience. We’ll laugh together, sing together, and enjoy all the blessings that life in common can bring. Later tonight we will ask you to cooperate in this preparation for tomorrow’s schedule by remaining silent until the announced end of silence tomorrow morning after Holy Communion. In order to maintain the silence, we also request that everyone get ready for bed as quickly and quietly as possible.

(GIVE CAMP SHOWER OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS)

By the way, the showers here are equipped with scald guards. If you turn on the HOT water alone, the water will shut off at the showerhead. You will need to press the RED button on the showerhead and run COLD water for a minute. Starting the COLD water first will help avoid this problem. These instructions are also posted inside the cabins.

Also as another element of self-surrender, we ask you to remove your watch and put it in your pocket, and then your suitcase for the entire weekend. (Lay Director removes watch) Let’s also turn off our cell phones at this time. All of us agreed to come on this 72-hour journey in the presence of Jesus Christ and to set ourselves apart from the secular world. One thing that ties us Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 7

WHEN WHO WHATto the outside world is our watch and cell phones. Every time we look at our watch during the day, it reminds us of what we would be doing if we weren’t here, what our children would be doing, and so forth. So as a sign of commitment to the 72 hours, please put away your watch, and your cell phone.

If anyone wants or needs anything, don’t hesitate to ask me or an assistant. (HAVE ASSISTANT LAY DIRECTORS STAND) If anyone is on medication, please let one of these assistants know when you need to take it, and that person will come and remind you of the time. The same applies to a special diet, special food, or any other special need- such as transportation around the camp. Golf carts (and drivers) are available to those who need it, just let an assistant know.

I have already said that these three days require faith, self-surrender, and charity from you. Remember that life in common, as we will share it for the next few days, is not always easy. I’m asking every one of you to be considerate of others and to cooperate willingly with the demands of the schedule.

We will ring a bell to signal that everyone should come to the Conference room, to the dining hall, the Chapel, or any other designated place for our Walk to Emmaus. Please respond promptly when you hear the bell. Your cooperation in these small matters will benefit the entire group. It is one way each of us can help one another gain the most from these three days. Tonight, after the final dismissal, please take care of your personal needs quickly and be ready to jump into our luxurious beds when the lights go out. Surrender yourself to the pattern of these three days, and have charity for the journey with others.

Let’s set our sights high during these three days, striving to attain the greatest good the Walk to Emmaus has to offer. Perhaps we can avoid thinking and wondering about life at home or at work. Our sponsors have Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 8

WHEN WHO WHATcommitted themselves to caring for these things while we are away. Rest assured that if you concentrate on the topics presented during these three days, you will return to your families and jobs with better attitudes and far greater enthusiasm. So, let’s keep our minds focused on Christ, and what Christ will say to us during these three days.

If anyone has a question, come to me, to any of the clergy, or to one of the assistants at any time. (ALDs WAVE) The four assistants that I introduced earlier are sitting at the back table. It is their job to keep this weekend running on time and to make sure we get where we need to be in a timely manner. They will be watching the time for us during the weekend, and often you will see them with their heads together, talking to each other. Please do not take offense; they are merely carrying out their job duties so that you may better focus on what this weekend is all about.

Most importantly there is a Prayer Request box. If you have a request please write it on a slip of paper. These will be taken periodically and prayed over. All information is confidential and will not be seen by anyone else but the one praying over your need. Let us have charity for our fellow Christians here and high idealism for ourselves. Let us surrender ourselves to the pattern of these three days. Allow the message of the Walk to Emmaus to unfold in our minds and hearts.

These days may prove to be the most valuable ones of our lifetime. Let’s not lessen their effectiveness by failing to give ourselves completely to the message and experience. Dress informally and comfortably. It’s important that we wear our nametags at all times so that we can get to know one another quickly. Tomorrow morning this bell will awaken us.

1st (ASSISTANT RINGS BELL)


WHEN WHO WHATSmoking is not allowed inside any building. If you smoke, please do so

OUTSIDE, and please properly dispose of your cigarettes. Please only smoke during break time. Please do not smoke when traveling to and from the dining hall. Each of you will receive a worship booklet (ALL ALDs hold up Pilgrims Guide). Keep this booklet with you because we will use it in the Conference room, in the Chapel, and in the dining hall. Otherwise, all materials will be provided for you.

At this time we will take a restroom break. Use the restrooms on either side –both restrooms are for men/women only this weekend only. Then return quickly to your seats. Please do not go outside.

3rd / 2nd Stand at doors (Have booklets ready to pass out)SR Remind SD to introduce film in ChapelSR Make sure Chapel porch light is on LD Speaks (After break)

In the spirit of self-surrender, high idealism, and charity, let’s prepare ourselves for further meditation. We will now begin our spiritual journey; Our “Walk to Emmaus”. Please follow the assistants at the door. We are going to the Chapel. Please take your personal belongings with you.

SR/ 1st LEADLEAVE Small Pulpit LIGHT ON

2nd / 3rdHand out booklets as candidates leave Conference room—(Stay in Conference Room to manage lights)

8:15 PM 1st SHUT OFF CHAPEL PORCH LIGHT after everyone is inside.

SD Introduce DVD (pg. 100 of Three Day Schedule)2nd / 3rd

TURN All Lights Off


WHEN WHO WHAT

SDSD Comments and Narrative pg. 101-102) (LEAVE LIGHTS OFF)

Spiritual Director

Sisters, your sponsors have recognized that you are on a journey; a pilgrimage. When Jesus called the disciples, they too were ordinary pilgrims who were on a journey. They were involved with their family, their careers and their synagogues. When Jesus said, “Follow me, “their hearts were stirred and they moved away from the familiar place that they were used to.

We are now going to watch a short video. As we watch the video we invite you to focus on what it means to follow Jesus.

AV Tech START DVD

SD NARRATIVE:


Spiritual Director:The Spiritual Director and the Lay Dir. speak from behind the pilgrims. This

allows the pilgrims to focus on the cross and concentrate on Jesus. If the lights are dim, you may need to use a book light.

Spiritual DirectorAfter viewing the DVD, help the pilgrims focus their responses to the three days by

using the following guidelines. Some pilgrims may be anxious, skeptical or preoccupied with work or home. This meditation can go a long way toward setting their minds at ease about the journey ahead. Your comments can challenge participants to use the silence as an opportunity to get to know themselves; to look honestly at their relationship with God and to open their hearts to the gift of the next three days.

WHEN WHO WHAT We are ordinary people just like the first disciples. And just like them,

Jesus is inviting us to use our gifts in a new way in the world. This is not an easy step to take. But Jesus promises to walk with us.

Using the foundation of scripture as a travel guide the rhythm of prayer as our heartbeat, the companionship of a cloud of witnesses, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit we will walk this pilgrim’s road together. Each of you has responded differently to Jesus, and each of you will respond differently to The Walk to Emmaus.

If you bring all of yourself to this experience-your feelings, aspirations, and doubts-and deal with yourself honestly, then you will do as much as can be expected. Give yourselves to these three days. Put aside your job (Pause) – and family related worries (Pause) and spend this time with yourself. (Pause) The purpose of the silence tonight is to give you some time to figure out where you are in your faith journey. By knowing where you are in your journey, you will be better able to receive and be nourished by the content of these next three days. If you are going to take a three-day Walk to Emmaus, you need to know your starting point. Therefore, we invite you to consider the question, “Where am I in my journey with Jesus?” (Pause)

When He faced difficult situations, Jesus often sought a quiet place where He and His disciples could pray, meditate, and discuss what God’s will, might be for them.

In Luke 22:39-42 we read:

[Jesus] came out, and went, as was His custom, to the Mount of Olives; and the disciples followed Him. When He reached the place, He said to them, “Pray that you may not come into the time of trial.” Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 12

WHEN WHO WHATThen He withdrew from them about a stone’s throw, knelt down and

prayed, “Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours, be done.”

Like Jesus, we also need a quiet place where we can confront basic questions of life:

Who am I? (Pause for 15 seconds) Where am I going in my life? (Pause for 15 seconds) What is the meaning of life? (Pause for 15 seconds) In his book Man’s Search for Meaning, Viktor Frankl describes the time when all of the exteriors of life – his family, job, respect, and vocation – were stripped away in the concentration camps in Nazi Germany.

Frankl’s answer to the search for meaning came as he confronted his relationship with God. That relationship gave meaning to everything else in his life.

Think for a moment. Would you say that God gives meaning to your life? (Pause) – To your marriage? (Pause) – To your singleness? (Pause) – To your vocation? (Pause) –To your relationships? (Pause) Take this period of silence and get to know yourself – your hopes (Pause), your dreams (Pause), your motives (Pause), your feelings (Pause). Be honest in your silence and, at the very beginning of this three day Walk to Emmaus, get to know yourself.

2nd/3rd Turn on Pulpit LightLD SPEAKS

Please stand. Turn to page 16 in your worship book and join with me in saying the Apostle’s Creed. (Pause for all to find)


WHEN WHO WHATI believe in God, the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I

believe in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; He descended to the dead. On the third day He arose again; He ascended into heaven, is seated at the right hand of the Father, and will come again to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. AMEN

Please be seated.

Let us pray (Pause)Lord, we offer our prayers for those who live in sin. (Pause)Lord, we offer our prayers for those who resist your grace. (Pause)Lord, we offer our prayers that we will make good use of these three days. (Pause) Lord, we offer our prayers for those of us who need this weekend the most, and for the ones who think they need it the least. (Pause)Lord, we offer our prayers for those who are sacrificing themselves for our sake during these three days. (Pause) AMEN

Please turn to page 10. (Pause – for all to find)

Please pray with me.

Gracious God, give me the power, to set my heart on things above. Help me to put to death the old nature, sexual immorality, impurity, lust, and greed. By your Holy Spirit, enable me to put aside unholy words, deeds, and thoughts.I want to die to self, that I might live in Christ. Give me the new self you have promised, which is being renewed in the knowledge and image of God: in compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Help me to forgive, that I might be forgiven. Help me to love as I have been loved. AMENLay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 14

WHEN WHO WHATFollowing the evening prayers

2nd/3rd Turn off small lights in Chapel leave Pulpit lights onSR Make sure Cabin Angels are outside & readyLD SPEAKS

Please close your books and listen closely. Imagine Jesus Christ speaking to you. He says: “Listen. I have chosen you, and I have called you to three days in my company. I love you and want a relationship with you. Because I love you, I want you to be holy so that you can help me bring about the conversion of your brothers and sisters. Don’t be apprehensive or hesitant. I am your God, and I want to be your friend. Remember that it was not circumstance, nor a friend, nor a fellow worker, nor a pastor – not anything or anyone- that has brought you here. “IT IS I WHO HAVE CALLED YOU.”

10:00 PM Music Meditative Song: 2nd/3rd Small lights ON

1st Turn on Chapel porch light – stand at door to help with cabin assignments

LD SPEAKS (after meditative song)

We will now begin our time of silence. It is time to go to bed. Everyone is tired and needs rest, so please be considerate of others. You will have time for conversation tomorrow. Don’t worry about what time to get up. The ringing of the bell or music will awaken us. You will have adequate time to shower and dress. As soon as you are dressed, please come here to the Chapel for Worship. There will also be coffee, tea or Hot Cocoa in here if you wish to have some. It will be around front where we came in for our new best friends’ time.

(Note: Announce If going to the point ) “You may want to bring a jacket and small flashlight; we will be going for a walk in the morning.”


WHEN WHO WHATAgain, we ask you to keep the silence until after worship tomorrow

morning. This will allow each of us time for our personal preparation before we join our sisters on this Walk to Emmaus. Good night and God bless you!

READ OFF CABIN NAME FIRST, THEN PILGRIMS For EACH CABIN – Be sure to pause between cabins to give pilgrims time to get to the door and out.

Cabin angels will lead pilgrims to cabins.10:15 PM SD A spiritual director remains in Chapel if necessary

10:30 PM SR Get Count of team & pilgrims to TA’s & Kitchen Manager.

1st

Tape to podium: Prayer to Holy Spirit, Introduction, change secretary, Light candle –sheet. Put Christ candle & Bible open to Luke 24 in front of podium, place lighter in podium. Make sure that goodie baskets are out. 1 with needs and 1 with snacks for diabetics.

3rd

Go through all letter agape –Set aside for “Justifying Grace” talk. Pull at least 1 prison letter, 1 foreign, 1 Cursillo, 1 Emmaus. Approximately 7 letters, check on 72 hour prayer vigil.

2nd Get bell for waking pilgrims

LD

Should have table names, leader, secretary, and candidates’ names on list for Friday morning to call the tables. A copy should also be delivered to a TA for typing weekend rosters.

ALD’sTime Keeper for each day will be in charge of Medical needs to make sure pilgrims take their medicine on time.

NOTESLay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 16

WHEN WHO WHAT______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________3rd is Conference Room on Friday , her duties are to; Make sure that each Speakers talks are on the podium.Each speaker has a cup or bottle of water under the podium if needed.To announce Meditation – Discussion – Summary – Poster Time.To announce Break TimeExplain agape at dinner (evening meal only).Explain joke time and tell first joke.

2nd is Prayer Room on Friday , her duties are to; She is to have walkie/talkie and communicate with SR . Take speakers back and forth from conference room to prayer room.Be mindful of who speakers are and what table they are sitting at.

1st is Timekeeper on Friday , her duties are to; Keep track of pilgrims that have to take medication at certain times.Let pilgrim know when it is time to take medication.Track time for meals and let Conference Room ALD know when meal time is over.Keep track of when TALK begins and endsKeep track of time for meditation – discussion – summary – and poster time is. Make sure to write in Minute by Minute the START and END time.

SR is background, her duties are to: Keep track of time and alert kitchen as to when we are going to dining hall.Keep track of time and alert TA’s and SNACK Agape as to when we are coming out for snack/breaks/traveling to dining hall.Help with all other duties to make sure everything is running smoothly.

Lay Directors job is to sit back, relax, and enjoy this weekend!FRIDAY


WHEN WHO WHATConf. Room 3rd TALKS & SPEAKERS FOR FRIDAY

Prayer Room 2nd 1. Priorities –1 st ALD

Timekeeper 1st 2. Prevenient Grace – CLERGY

Background SR 3. Priesthood of All Believers – LAYPERSON

4. Justifying Grace – CLERGY5. Life of Piety- LAYPERSON

5:00 AM ALDs Get up – Get Worship Book, Jacket & Flashlight

5:15 AMALL ALDs

Wake-up pilgrims using bell or music – holding Worship booklet and name tag to remind the candidates to get theirs. SILENCE. Check water in coffee pots. Plug in coffee pots.

6:00 AMALDs, LD,

Communion in Prayer room w/LD, ALD’s, MD’s, TA’s and community workers, SR will need to stay at Conference room to guide Pilgrims to Chapel. (If going to the Point Communion will be at 6:00 AM)

SR Double check that elements are in the Chapel, or check with TA if going to the point.

6:10 AM 1st RING BELL OUTSIDE- Drive Golf cart & honk past all pilgrim cabins.

6:20 AM 3rd Check for stragglers, count to make certain all present. (check rest rooms too)

SR Make sure all Friday Talks are in Conference Room and A/V Tech has copies

6:20 AM SR Stand at Chapel door – count as they come in. Alert LD when all are present and accounted for.

2nd/3rd

LEAD (If going to the point)

6:30 AM LD SPEAKS


WHEN WHO WHAT

Good Morning. Please turn to page 8 in your worship booklet. As we break the silence of last night, join me in saying together the Morning Prayer.

(Pause to give everyone opportunity to find the prayer.)

Loving God, you love us – All of us – And ask in return, That we love you with all our hearts and souls and minds.

Loving God, you love us –all of us –And ask, in return,That we love our neighbors as we love ourselves.

Loving God, you love us –all of us—And ask in return,That we forgive and not hold grudges.

Loving God, you love us—all of us—And ask, in return,That we take up our cross and follow you.

And by your grace we will love and obey.Let it be so, now and forever.Amen Please close your worship booklet.

We will now hear from our Spiritual Director.


Prayers from the worship booklet or another appropriate source can be used. A liturgy for Communion is found on pages 26-34, worship book. The scripture reading and THE LOVING FATHER meditation can be a part of the order of worship. If used separately there should be no scripture and meditation during this worship.

SPIRTUAL DIRECTOR:This mediation begins the first day of the Walk to Emmaus. The focus of the

talks during this day will be that God freely offers grace to all, and those who respond live a life of love. Following is the story of the loving father and the prodigal son, which presents the goodness and mercy of God. This meditation is meant to awaken the pilgrims to the fact that god is already halfway down the road to meet us. It is important to share this meditation from a first-hand point of view. Rather than talking about God’s mercy, share how you have experienced God’s mercy and love.

WHEN WHO WHAT

Liturgy of the Word and Holy Communion

SR Alert Dining Hall of expected time of arrival

SpiritualDirector

Liturgy of the Word and Holy Communion by Spiritual Director.Leads prayer from worship booklet or appropriate source can be used. Printed liturgy on page 26 for communion.

SD SPEAKS

Meditation #1: The Loving Father (the prodigal son)

(Read the parable of the loving father and prodigal son, Luke 15:11-32)

Then Jesus said, “There was a man who had two sons; and the younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the share of property that will belong to me.’ So he divided his property between them. A few days later, the younger son gathered all he had and traveled to a distant country, and there he squandered his property in dissolute living.

When he had spent everything, a severe famine took place throughout the country, and he began to be in need. So he went and hired himself out to one of the citizens of that country, who sent him to his fields to feed pigs. He would


WHEN WHO WHATgladly have filled himself with the pods that the pigs were eating; and no one gave him anything. But when he came to himself he said, ‘How many of my father’s hired hands have bread enough and to spare, but I am here dying of hunger!

I will get up and go to my father, and I will say to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and before you: I am no longer worthy to be called your son; treat me like one of your hired hands.’ So he set off and went to his father. But while he was still far off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion; he ran and put his arms around him and kissed him. Then the son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and before you; I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’ But the Father said to his slaves, ‘Quickly bring out a robe –THE BEST ONE and put it on him; put a ring on his finger, and sandals on his feet. And get the fatted calf and kill it, and let us eat and celebrate; for this son of mine was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found.’ And they began to celebrate.

Now his elder son was in the field; and when he came and approached the house, he heard music and dancing. He called one of the slaves and asked what was going on. He replied ‘Your brother has come home, and your father has killed the fatted calf, because he has received him back safe and sound.’ Then the elder son became angry and refused to go in. His father came out and pleaded with him, but he answered his father, ‘listen, for all these years I have been working like a slave for you, and I have never disobeyed your command; yet you have never given me even a young goat so that I might celebrate with my friends.

But when this son of yours came back, who has devoured your property with prostitutes; you killed the fatted calf for him!’ Then the father said to him, ‘Son, you are always with me, and all that is mine is yours. But we had to


WHEN WHO WHATcelebrate and rejoice, because this brother of yours was dead, and has come to life; he was lost, and has been found.”

NARRATIVE:

The story of the loving father and the prodigal son tells our personal story. We can find ourselves somewhere in this story.

Either we are in the far country, (Pause) on our way home, (Pause) the other son, (Pause) feasting on the fatted calf, (Pause) or even the /Mother welcoming home the wayward child.

Here are the major themes of this story:

God demonstrates love and mercy We separate ourselves from God We have to make a conscious decision to return to God Some of us may have stayed home and yet we do not know the joy of a

relationship with a loving God.

Let me first talk about God’s mercy. The Bible records the story of how God always reaches out to us, wanting a relationship.

When Adam and Eve had done the very thing God had told them not to do, they hid in the garden, God went walking among the bushes, calling, “Adam, Eve, where are you?”

Throughout the Bible God calls people into relationship. God takes the initiative in calling Adam and Eve, Abraham and Sarah, Isaac and Rebekah, Jacob and Esau. God called Jonathan, David, Ruth, Naomi, Miriam, and Esther. The story of Jesus Christ reveals that same theme:


WHEN WHO WHATGod calling to us, “(use 3 names of people in the conference room), where

are you? I want a relationship with you. I want to love you, and I want you to love me.”

NARRATIVE:

From time to time, all of us find ourselves in a far country, thinking that the food the pigs are eating looks good. We need to come to our senses and realize that back home we have a loving father who is more than willing to welcome us back, to kill the fatted calf and celebrate our homecoming.

However, the first step in this journey for each one of us is to make a conscious decision to return home. No one can make that decision for us. Each person has to decide for herself. When we do, we will find God already half-way down the road, ready to embrace us and welcome us home.

The story of the elder son may be the story of those of us who have never left home and experienced the pain of separation.

Because we haven’t felt the pain of separation, we may not realize the love that surrounds us.

The relationship in which we live may seem like a duty, not a joy. Our churches are full of people who live out of a sense of duty instead of experiencing the great joy of a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ.


SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR:Tell your own story of how God offered you a relationship. Then talk about personal responses using Luke 15:17-20

SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR:End the meditation on a note of challenge, using Luke 15:31-32.

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NARRATIVE:

God is waiting for you to come home. The message of this day is that God’s mercy and love are available to you. All you have to do is come home. We hope that like the prodigal, your response will be, “I will return to my father.”

Communion Liturgy (Worship Book page 26)

LD SPEAKS

Before we go to breakfast, let us pray. (Pause) Let us pray for the church, the body of Christ. (Pause) Let us pray for our families. (Pause) We pray for all clergy. (Pause) We pray for our nation, for our President, and for all government officials – national, state, and local. (Pause)

We pray for the problems we all have (Pause) and for the one who has the tremendous problem of not having any problems at all. (Pause)

We pray, dear LORD, for the one among us who needs your help the most, and especially for the one who thinks she needs it the least. (Pause) We pray for the most courageous among us and for the most cowardly. (Pause) We pray for the most intelligent and for the most humble. (Pause)

We pray for each one of us, that we will find here during these three days what you want for us – our true, authentic happiness. (Pause)

We pray for those who have sacrificed, who are sacrificing, and who will sacrifice for us during these three days so that your grace and love will be more evident to us.


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Help us to see things clearly – in the spirit of high idealism, cooperation, and charity. We offer these prayers in the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ.

AMEN

7:45 AM SR Alert Dining Room

Meditative Song:

LD SPEAKS (After meditative Song)

Friends, the period of silence is over!!!We will now go to Breakfast!

7:55 AM Go to dining room for breakfast8:00 AM LD Prayer before and after meal

8:30 AM SRRemind LD to go straight to Prayer Room after announcing break

LD SPEAKS

Now you may have a short break (measure time with finger and thumb –15 min.) You will have time to return to your cabin to brush your teeth and use the restroom if you wish. When you hear the big bell ring, please return to the Conference room –the place where we started last night.

2nd Take Priority Speaker to Prayer Room. SPEAKER: 1 st ALD

8:45 AM 3rd Conference Room. Place “Priority” Talk on podium. Glass or bottle of water for speaker.

LD Needs to pray with Priority Speaker before 8:55


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8:50 AM SR Rings outside bell for candidates to go to Conference room

3rd Have Worship booklet in hand to remind candidates to bring them

8:55 AM SR Ring small bell, to get everyone in their seats9:00 AM LD SPEAKS

We are now ready to begin the first day of our journey together on The Walk to Emmaus. Last night’s period of spiritual silence is over. For some of you, that silence may have been a welcome respite; for others, it may have been challenging, tiring, or a little slow. However you responded; the silent time was a gift from God. Today will be more lively and interactive. Overall, we will find a balance between the quiet, introspective times and the more active, exuberant times, and soon we will find that we are all enjoying this event called The Walk to Emmaus.

I’ll describe something of the format we will follow over the next three days, although there will be exceptions. Each day we will have five talks – some by laity and some by clergy—with a total of fifteen talks over the course of these three days. During each of these talks we ask continued cooperation from you. Give of yourselves completely by devoting your total attention to the ideas the speakers express and by taking notes throughout each talk. Take lots of notes. They will be valuable to you, now and in the days to come. There are pens and notebooks on your tables for this purpose. Please do not put your name on these notebooks at this time.

Giving your complete attention to the speaker and taking lots of notes are essential elements of The Walk to Emmaus. After each of the fifteen talks, you will have a time of silence to reflect on what the speaker has shared. This will be followed by a discussion at your table.


WHEN WHO WHATIn a few minutes you will be assigned to table groups. Each table has

been given the name of a leader in the Bible. You will remain with the same table family throughout the weekend. At each table, we have selected a Table Leader and an Assistant Table Leader. The Assistant Table Leader sits directly across from the Table leader and serves as the secretary for the first talk. The role of secretary will rotate after each talk. The Table Leader’s job is to keep the discussion focused on the subject of the talk just presented and to help each person at the table have a chance to express personal opinions.

The secretary’s job is to summarize the ideas discussed at the table. Remember, everybody needs to take notes during the talk itself. The secretary at each table has the additional job of writing down the ideas expressed by each persons at that table, during the discussion following a talk. Then the table group will collaborate on an artistic response to the talk. Materials will be provided to help you with your poster, skit, poem, song, cheer, or liturgical dance.

At the end of each day, we will ask each table to share its discussion summaries and artistic responses with the entire group. So take care that the summaries reflect what your table group actually discussed and determined, and work to make the poster, skit, song, or poem do the same. These presentations may take either a serious or humorous approach. We do ask that for each talk, one person presents the summary of the discussion, in two minutes or less, a couple of sentences please, and another person presents the response. This will enable everyone to participate.

So, the format will be like this: a talk by a layperson or a clergyperson; a time of silent meditation; a discussion by the women at each table; summary of the discussion by the secretary with the aid of all the table members; development of an artistic response with everyone assisting in some way, and finally, the presentation of your groups efforts to the larger group at the end of each day.Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 27

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Now, if everyone will stand along the back and sides of the room, we will assign each person a table. As I call out your name, please repeat your name and go to your assigned table. I will call the Table Leader first, then the assistant table leader who will sit opposite the leader and be the beginning secretary. After that, I will call the names of everyone else at the table.

(Call out Names by Tables)

9:05 AM 2nd Get Priority speaker from Prayer Room SPEAKER: 1 st ALD

These are our table groups for each time we meet in this Conference

room. Remember that the Table Leader and Assistant Table Leader always sit across from each other. Everyone except for the Table Leader and Assistant table Leader rotates one seat to the left before each talk. The person sitting to the right of the Assistant Table leader will be the next secretary. This provides everyone an opportunity to serve as secretary at least once. Each table should have notebooks, pens, poster paper and markers. Please write your name on your notebook if you haven’t already. This notebook is yours to keep. It will not be picked up at the end of these three days, and no one else will look at it at any time. Again, we urge you; please take many notes during each talk. Your notes will prove beneficial to you later. We will have frequent bathroom breaks. We ask that, if at all possible, everyone remain with her table after each talk and participates in the table discussions.

On the Saints table you will find a “goody” basket of toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, soap, etc., - items that you may have forgotten. Also there is a basket with snacks. Please feel free to help yourself, especially if you have a Diabetic condition or need to maintain your blood sugar level. Let us know if you have a need for any item such as these, or if you have a problem in another area. There is a sign-up sheet on the Saints table for you to write down any of those needs.Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 28

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Remember there is a Prayer Request box. If you have a request please write it on a slip of paper. These will be taken periodically and prayed over. All information is confidential and will not be seen by anyone else but the one praying over your need.

(May need to fill in more if speaker is not ready)

2nd (Signal when speaker is ready)LD SPEAKS

Ladies, with notebooks open, and pens ready, let’s continue in the spirit of self-surrender, charity, and high idealism. We light this candle as a symbol of Christ’s presence, and we place the open Bible here as a symbol that all the talks are based on scripture. The first talk will be given by a layperson.

9:15 AM ALD Talk No.1 Priority SPEAKER: 1 st ALD SR Timekeeper START:_________ END:________

3rd

Please Take a Few moments to meditate on 1 st ALD talk on Priorities (2 Min.) START:________ END:_______Table Leaders, you may begin the discussion on the talk on PrioritiesDiscussion (15 Min.) START:_______ END:________Now summarize the talk on Priorities. Remember to Summarize your table discussion in Two sentences.Summary (5 Min.) START:_______END:_________Ladies, you may now begin your poster, skit or song. (20 Min.) START:_________ END:___________

10:30 AM LD SPEAKS


WHEN WHO WHATLadies, we will now go for a group photo outside the Conference room.

After the photo session, we will have a break this long (15 minutes) before we meet again in the Conference room. During your break you may go to the restroom and enjoy food from the snack table. Please stay in this area, do not go to your cabins. We will line up as table groups for the photo. Please follow the ALD’s as your table is indicated. (Call Tables)

Esther, Naomi, Martha, Mary, Ruth, Sarah and Saints

2ndRemind Prevenient Grace Speaker CLERGY during photo set-up to go to the Prayer Room immediately following the photo.

ALD’s Photo Session-Line up by table; if possible. Let photographer help arrange group.

10:45 AM 2nd Break, Check on Prevenient Grace speaker CLERGY

3rd Conference Room – Prevenient Grace talk on podium – Glass of water for the speaker CLERGY.

10:55 AM 1st Ring small bell to return to Conference room.

11:00 AM MusicTell group about the Rooster. Teach De Colores, and Grace song for before & after meals, and Sing Alleluia before each talk.

11:05 AM 2nd Bring Prevenient Grace Speaker from Prayer Room.

11:10 AM 3rd

Explain to tables they should appoint a new secretary and rotate. Stand for the Lighting of the Christ candle & Sing AlleluiaPlease be seated.Ladies, with a clean sheet of paper, high idealism, the spirit of Cooperation and Charity, Pen in Hand, Prepare for the next talk which will be given by a Clergy Person.

11:15 AM CLERGY Talk No.2 Prevenient Grace SPEAKER: CLERGY


WHEN WHO WHAT

1st Timekeeper START:________ END:________

11:35 AM 3rd

Meditation (2 Min.) START:________ END:_______Discussion (15 Min.) START:________ END:_______Summary (5 Min.) START:________ END:_______Poster (20 Min.) START:________ END:_______

(As Tables finish poster, they may take a short potty break; if time permits)

12:15 PM SR Contact kitchen to see if lunch is ready

12:25 PM 3rd Ladies we are going to Lunch the Musicians will lead while we sing De Colores

12:25 PM Music Sing De Colores on the way to Lunch Musicians Lead12:30 PM Music Sing Grace Before and After Meal

1:00 PM 2nd Notify Priesthood of All Believers speaker of time SPEAKER: LAYPERSON

1:10 PM 3rd Break – Can Go to Cabins to Brush Teeth

1:15 PM 3rd Conference Room. Put “Priesthood” talk on podium. Glass of water for speaker

SR Bring 72 hour prayer vigil poster for “Justifying Grace” talk from prayer room and place in closet.

1:35 PM 1st Ring Big Bell for back to Conference Room

2nd Get Priesthood of All Believers SPEAKER: LAYPERSON

3rd Remind tables: Rotate Seats, Appoint New Secretary, Stand and Light Candle, Sing Alleluia – Introduction

1:45 PMTalk No.3 Priesthood of All Believers SPEAKER: LAYPERSON

1st Timekeeper START:_________ END:__________3rd goes

up to Meditation (2 Min.) START:______ END:_______Discussion (15 Min.) START: ______ END:_______


WHEN WHO WHAT

announce each

Summary (5 Min.) START: ______ END:_______Poster (20 Min.) START: ______ END:_______

2:15 PM 2nd Justifying Grace Speaker to Prayer room SPEAKER: CLERGY

2:45 PM 3rd Announce short break with snacks please stay in area or bring snacks back to your table

3rdPut Justifying Grace talk on podium, Prayer Vigil, Letter Agape and water under podium for Justifying Grace Speaker.

2:55 PM 2nd Get Justifying Grace Speaker – CLERGY 2:55 PM 1st Ring small bell to return to Conference room

3:00 PM 3rdRotate, Appoint new Secretary, Light Candle, Sing, Introduction

3:00 PM CLERGY Talk No. 4 Justifying Grace SPEAKER: CLERGY1st Timekeeper START:_________ END:__________

3rd goes up to

announceeach

Meditation (2 Min.) START:________ END:_______Discussion (15 Min.) START:________ END:_______Summary (5 Min.) START: _______ END:_______Posters (20 Min.) START: _______ END:_______

4:05 PM 3rd Break (Use time available)5:00 PM 1st Ring small Bell return to Conference Room

3rd Read Agape LettersMusic Song Time if Available

5:15 PM SR Check with dining room for meal, Save a meal if Life of Piety Speaker-LAYPERSON wants one.

5:25 PM LD SPEAKS

Is anyone hungry??? Ladies, we are now going to dinner.

5:30 PM Music Sing Grace3rd Point Out table Agape and decorations, Tell where


WHEN WHO WHAT

they came from.

5:45 PM 2nd Get Life of Piety Speaker and take to Dressing Room SPEAKER: LAYPERSON

5:50 PM 3rd Explain After Dinner Joke Time, Clean, Short, Funny, No Ethnic or Schools, Use Hittites’, (Do Name, Walk, Table)

6:00 PM 2nd Make sure Life of Piety Speaker is in Prayer Room.

3rd Announce Short Break – enough time to quickly brush teeth – remind pilgrims to get jackets and flashlights

3rd Put “Life of Piety” talk on podium. Glass of Water 6:15 PM 1st Ring Big Bell- Back to Conference Room6:20 PM 2nd Get Life of Piety Speaker: LAYPERSON

3rd Read more Agape letters if time available

3rd Rotate Seats, Appoint new Secretary, Stand, Light Candle, Sing, Introduction

6:30 PM 2nd

Talk No. 5 Life of Piety SPEAKER: LAYPERSONNote: Life of Piety Speaker DOES NOT return to Conference room after talk until 8:00 PM. Prayer Room ALD deliver speaker to prayer room and return to Conference room.

1st Timekeeper START:_________ END:___________SR Prompt LD to speak after TalkLD Meditation (2 Min.) START:________ END:_______

7:00 PM LD SPEAKS

Friends, please call to mind your favorite picture of Christ, and keep your heart centered upon Christ. (Pause) We are at a point in these three days when many of you are beginning to appreciate more fully the love of God –God’s love for you and the love that exists among members of Christ’s body, the church. Perhaps we hadn’t realized what this love really means, but we Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 33

WHEN WHO WHATare beginning to understand it now. Perhaps we had never realized before the intensity and depth of this love among the members of Christ’s body, the Church.

Perhaps for the first time we are becoming aware of what other members of Christ’s body are doing for us this weekend and the love they have for us. Many of these people we will never see, never meet, and never know. Yet their love for us is so great that they are willing to make sacrifices for us so that the grace of God will touch our hearts. Even though many of these people are far removed from us geographically, their love for us is strong and Christ like. And, perhaps for the first time, we are becoming aware of the meaning of unconditional love –and the concern of these people and their longing for our spiritual welfare is beginning to make sense. This love is so obviously shown in the letters of support on the walls in this Conference room and in the 72-Hour Prayer Vigil taking place throughout the Emmaus community.

If Christians can show such real and strong love for one another, what must God’s love for us be like? To what degree does God go to make sacrifices for us, to assist us, to guide us, to enlighten us, to love us? (pause) We are all adults, mature in our bodies. We like to think that we are mature in our minds and emotions. But are we mature in our understanding and appreciation of God’s love for us?

Are we really awed, as well we should be, when we think of the death of Jesus Christ on the cross for us? Do we take Christ’s death for granted, as a historical fact in which we believe, or do we really appreciate his Sacrifice, as Christians should? Does loving God really change our lives, transform them, mold them, guide them, and give them meaning? Do our lives reflect our love for God—and for our neighbor’s? Do we light our world and our neighbors’ world?


WHEN WHO WHATWe have just heard that Christian love is courageous, natural, and joyful.

Love is not sentimental, artificial, cowardly or inconsistent. It is not here today and gone tomorrow. Love should be expressed naturally, as befits a mature person. Love needs to be courageous—not ready to cower or back down at the first sign of trouble, persecution, discrimination, or ridicule. Love must grow daily; it must be nurtured.

Just as a baby is nurtured, we too must be nurtured until our entire lives are consumed by this love for all people. We must learn to love all people with all the love of God. Join me as we now go in silence to the Chapel and meet this God of love in prayer. As I call out the tables, please go two by two, table by table, table leaders will lead. Please follow the ALDs. (Move in silence for the Emmaus Road prayer experience.)

LD Call Tables by Name (Esther, Naomi, Martha, Mary, Ruth, Sarah, Saints)

SR/1st LEAD – Usher pilgrims into rows3rd FOLLOW

2nd Stay back and Turn on Small Chapel Lights then join team

7:10 PM S D Emmaus Road Prayer Experience

(Read the Emmaus story straight through without pause or reflection.)


SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR: Following the talk on Piety, pilgrims and team members go to the Chapel in silence. This prayer experience is an opportunity for pilgrims to share their hearts with God and begin living from a vital relationship with Jesus Christ. Lead the Emmaus Prayer Experience as follows.

WHEN WHO WHATNow on that same day two of them were going to a village called

Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem, and talking with each other about all these things that had happened.

While they were talking and discussing, Jesus himself came near and went with them, but their eyes were kept from recognizing him. And he said to them, “What are you discussing with each other while you walk along?” They stood still, looking sad. Then one of them, whose name was Cleopas, answered him, “Are you the only stranger in Jerusalem who does not know the things that have taken place there in these days?” He asked them, “What things?” They replied, “The things about Jesus of Nazareth, who was a prophet mighty in deed and word before God and all the people, and how our chief priests and leaders handed him over to be condemned to death and crucified him.

But we had hoped that he was the one to redeem Israel. Yes, and besides all this, it is now the third day since these things took place. Moreover, some women of our groups astounded us. They were at the tomb early this morning, and when they did not find his body there, they came back and told us that they had indeed seen a vision of angels who said that he was alive. Some of those who were with us went to the tomb and found it just as the women had said; but they did not see him.”

Then he said to them, “O, how foolish you are, and how slow of heart to believe all that the prophets have declared!” Was it not necessary that the Messiah should suffer these things and then enter into his glory?” Then beginning with Moses and all the prophets, he interpreted to them the things about himself in all the scriptures.

As they came near the village to which they were going, he walked ahead as if he were going on. But they urged him strongly, saying, “Stay with us, because it is almost evening and the day is now nearly over.” So he went in to stay with them. When he was at the table with them, he took bread, blessed Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 36

WHEN WHO WHATand broke it, and gave it to them. Then their eyes were opened, and they recognized him; and he vanished from their sight. They said to each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us while he was talking to us on the road, while he was opening the scriptures to us?” That same hour they got up and returned to Jerusalem; and they found the eleven and their companions gathered together. They were saying, “The Lord had risen indeed, and he has appeared to Simon!” Then they told what had happened on the road, and how he had been made known to them in the breaking of the bread. Luke 24:13-35

NARRATIVE:

Let’s reflect on the events of this story. Two persons told Jesus what had happened in Jerusalem (verses 18-20); then they shared their hope with him (verse 21).

Jesus responded by sharing his mind and heart with them through scripture (verses 25-27); and the two felt Christ’s presence (verse 31). Finally, the two disciples set out immediately to share with others their experience with the risen Christ, to share the mind and heart of Christ.

Now, let’s make our reflection on this story a prayer experience. I will guide you by pausing in places to give you time for your own personal reflection and prayer. (Pause)

Think of your own situation. (Brief Pause) What troubles you? What are your fears, anxieties; hopes? Share with Christ, as the two disciples on the road to Emmaus did; everything you feel. Don’t hurry; take this time now, for two or three minutes, to reach down deep into your own heart and let Jesus see what is there. (Pause for no less than 3 minutes)

Now, visualize Jesus walking into your situation, just as he walked with those two on the road. Sense what he would do and say. (Pause) Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 37

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How would Jesus respond to your fears, your hopes, and anxieties? What scripture might he offer? Hear his words of comfort or challenge. (Long pause)

Remember that Christ came to be with you. He has come to share himself and his spirit with you. Try responding to your fears, anxieties, and hopes as Jesus would. (Long pause)

Recognize that Christ is here, just as he was present with those disciples from Emmaus in the breaking of the bread. CELEBRATE CHRIST’S PRESENCE RIGHT WHERE YOU ARE.

(This is central and needs to be strong.)

See that he wants to be part of your life just as it is, and with you right where you are. (pause)

Now visualize Christ continuing on the road, becoming actively involved in your world. He is going to work for you. Catch up with him and become his voice, hands, and feet to act out his response to your life, your needs, fears, possibilities, and hopes.

Music Meditative Song :

SARAH, RUTH, MARY, MARTHA, NAOMI, ESTHER and SAINTS


SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR:End this experience with a prayer that God will send the Holy Spirit to enable

Christ to work in each person’s heart and life. Pray that the Holy Spirit will equip each person for the task of being Christ in the world. Allow time for silence and do not rush. Then send the pilgrims back to the conference room to discuss the talk on Piety.

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7:25 PM LDDismiss tables by name to follow ALD’s to the Conference Room (after meditative song)

7:25 PM ALD’sAfter prayer concludes, candidates and team members return to Conference room.

7:25 PM SR/1st LEAD

2nd/3rd FOLLOW

1st Timekeeper

7:30 PM3rd

Announceeach

Discussion (15 Min.) START: __________ END:__________Summary (5 Min.) START: __________ END:__________Posters (20 Min.) START:__________ END:___________

SR Check on Snacks

2nd Make sure Piety Speaker LAYPERSON returns during snack time.

8:15 PM 3rd Announce Break for Snacks

8:30 PM 1st Ring small bell for candidates to return to conference room

8:30 PM

SR announce

All ALD’s Do

Riddles

Poster & Summaries (Note: Each table should present a one minute summary of each talk and a poster to the entire group. Skits need to be 1-2 minutes and to the point. Each table presents all five summaries and posters before going to next table.

3rd Announce quick Rest Room Break After Posters/ Summaries

10:00 PM LD SPEAKS


WHEN WHO WHATWe are now going to the Sanctuary for prayers. Please take your

belongings; worship booklets, jackets, flashlights & purses with you. Please go two by two, table by table, Table Leaders lead. As your table is called, please follow the ALDs.

(SARAH, NAOMI, RUTH, MARY, ESTHER, MARTHA, SAINTS)

SR Turn on Chapel Porch Light

2nd /3rd Lead to Chapel (Usher first 3 rows)

1stSR

1st stay in conference room to run lights.SR Follow

SR Turn off porch light once everyone is in Chapel1st Turn on small Chapel lights so they can read alongLD SPEAKS

At this time we are going to make an examination of conscience. Please turn to page 14 in your Purple Worship Book. Follow the text as I read aloud and listen as if God were speaking directly to you.

(Wait for all to find, then read the following text to the group)My child, think about your attitudes and disposition. Have your

thoughts, your desires, your words, and your actions been worthy of one of my apostles? Have you handled your problems today? Have you fallen in the face of them? What was the reason? Think it over.

Think about the means of grace available to you, the ways that you may grow in my grace; morning and evening prayer, worship, Holy Communion, spiritual friends. Are you availing yourself of these means of grace? Could you be more attentive and receive more benefit?


WHEN WHO WHATHow long has it been since you have visited your spiritual director?

When will you go? And what about your serving? Could you have been more generous—more courageous, more self-sacrificing, more cheerful?

What are the obstacles to grace in your life? Are you trying to remove those obstacles by yourself? Or are you depending upon my Spirit?

What about your time? Do you make the time to be a disciple? Listen to Me. Isn’t it true that you find the time for the things that really interest you? I, who am your God, would almost be satisfied if you would treat me as well as you treat any of your friends.

As my disciple, what have you done today that I may be better known; that I may be better loved? Are you with me, or against me? At work, in your profession or at recreation, have you been my disciple? Would you have been proud to have me accompany you through the day? Remember that what wounds my heart most are the infidelities of the “faithful”.

I COUNT ON YOU! ON YOU! And you, on whom or what do you count? What is the source of your spiritual life?

My child, don’t stop halfway. I search for your whole heart, your passion, your fire, your energy and your surrender. A Christian has a right to be enthusiastic. If you want to be, you can be. Tell me honestly, are you willing to give your all? Are you willing to live in my grace? Everything depends on your really wanting to be my disciple.

Now join me in reading the prayer at the bottom of Page 15. (Pause)

ALL


WHEN WHO WHATI have sinned and fallen short of your grace. Today I put my trust in you,

O Lord, and your mercy. Accept me in the company of your apostles, freely forgiving my offenses through Christ. Fill me with the Holy Spirit and fire of your love. AMEN

Please close your books and listen closely. Each night on this Walk we make a special examination of conscience. The form is not important, but each of you should have an opportunity to reflect on your attitude toward what Christ asks you to be and to do. If you like, you may stay in the Chapel to reflect in your own way.

If you would like to speak to one of the Spiritual Directors, please step to the rear of the Chapel.

Before we go to bed, our Spiritual Director has a few comments.

1st Turn on Pulpit and small chapel lights for reading-all other lights should be off

10:15PMSpiritual

Dir.SPEAKS

NARRATIVE:


SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR:This talk takes place in the middle of chapel time at the end of the first day. Its

purpose is to review the experience of Day One. You can make this talk as specific as you wish; you may want to review key points of each talk from this day.

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We have completed the first day of a three day journey. The distance from Jerusalem to Emmaus is only a few miles. Cleopas and his companion probably took only one day to make that journey. But we are taking three days. We are walking very slowly, because we do not want to miss any of the messages our Lord is sharing with us as we walk.

Today you have been challenged to think about what is most important in your life, (Pause) to respond to God’s offer of grace and to accept God’s love, (Pause) to be intentional in cultivating your relationship with God, (Pause) and to be a living example of God’s presence in the world.

Now, there are two things I want to share with you before we go to bed. First, there is no “formula response” expected of you this weekend, any more than Jesus expected a pat response from the disciples. If you have given 100% of yourself to the experience, then your response is authentic.

The manner in which we give ourselves is in common, but the outcome is individual. If you have been honest with yourself and honest with those around your table, then you have made an authentic response.

Second, everything that happens during these three days can give you insight into your relationship with God. Cleopas and his companion could have resisted the stranger who joined them on the road to Emmaus, but instead they met Christ in the stranger and found life in his words.

Let the risen Lord reach out to you through the experience of these three days: the parts you enjoy (Pause) and the parts you do not enjoy (Pause). Begin to practice awareness of God’s presence in your life, and remain open to the message the day brings.


SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR: If necessary, add specific comments you feel would help the participants reflect on

this day’s activities. This should be a short reflective time, NOT A SERMON. Neither is it a time to give an invitation, as that will be the focus on Saturday night. Questions and silence can be used. Spend no more than 10 minutes for your entire comments.

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Spiritual Director SPEAKS:

Let’s be silent and take a moment to consider God’s word for you this day. (Long Pause)

10:20 PM Music Meditative Song :SR Turn ON Chapel Porch Light after Song ends

10:25 PM LD SPEAKS (After meditative solo)

It’s time for bed. It is late, and we all need rest. Those of you who wish to talk to the Spiritual Directors may remain in the chapel. Spiritual Directors will be available for you in the rear of the Chapel. Those of you who wish to have some quiet time now may also remain in the chapel. Otherwise, please move quickly to your cabins and practice a spirit of charity toward others—try not to linger in conversation. When the bell rings in the morning we will have adequate time in which to get to the Chapel. Good night and God bless.

10:30PM Team Meeting

Deans Cabin or Chapel (The meeting should include sharing of celebrations from the day, a report on each table family, and team prayer.) The confidentiality should be honored. If discussion of their personal problems is necessary it should take place in private with the Spiritual Director or Lay Director. Pray for


Never leave a clergy person alone in the chapel with one pilgrim. Another clergy person or an assistant Lay Dir. of the same gender as the pilgrim should remain within eyesight. This ensures the safety and reputation of everyone.

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Saturday & Sunday speakers.SR Find out if “Growth Through Study Speaker ________

______________ would like breakfast in the morning before or after talk let kitchen manager know.

11:00 PM ALD’s Remind Musicians to take CD player to cabin to wake up Pilgrims

SR Make sure Talks for Saturday are in the conference room and A/V Tech has copies

3rd Locate the Two extra crucifixes and place on Saints Table

NOTES________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1 st is Conference Room on Saturday , her duties are to; Make sure that each Speakers talks are on the podium.Each speaker has a cup or bottle of water under the podium if needed.To announce Meditation – Discussion – Summary – Poster Time.To announce Break TimeExplain agape at meals.Explain joke time and tell first joke.

3 rd is Prayer Room on Saturday , her duties are to; She is to have walkie/talkie and communicate with SR . Take speakers back and forth from conference room to prayer room.Be mindful of who speakers are and what table they are sitting at.Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 45

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2 nd is Timekeeper on Saturday , her duties are to; Keep track of pilgrims that have to take medication at certain times.Let pilgrim know when it is time to take medication.Track time for meals and let Conference Room ALD know when meal time is over.Keep track of when TALK begins and endsKeep track of time for meditation – discussion – summary – and poster time is. Make sure to write in Minute by Minute the START and END time.

SR is background, her duties are to: Keep track of time and alert kitchen as to when we are going to dining hall.Keep track of time and alert TA’s and SNACK as to when we are coming out for snack/breaks.Help with all other duties to make sure everything is running smoothly.

Lay Directors job is to sit back, relax and enjoy this weekend!

SATURDAYConf. Room 1st TALKS AND SPEAKERS FOR SATURDAY

Prayer Room 3rd Grow Through Study—LAYPERSON

Timekeeper 2nd Means To Grace –CLERGY

Background SR Christian Action – LAYPERSON

Obstacles to Grace—CLERGY Discipleship—LAYPERSON

6:00 AM ALD’s Get up, wake up musicians


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6:20 AMALD’s/ Music Team

Wake Up Pilgrims with musicMusicians and ALDs start at both ends of the cabins and meet in the middle to reduce wake up time.

6:45 AM TA’s Sanctuary-podium in front, lights on

7:00 AMSD, LD, ALD’s

Communion in Prayer Room w/LD, ALD’s, MD’s, TA’s, and community

7:20 AM 2nd Ring Big Bell3rdSR

Check for stragglers,Count to see that all are present, let LD know.

SR Check with kitchen for breakfast

7:30 AM 1st Check for talk copies and locate Index Cards for Means to Grace talk (place cards on Table of Saints)

7:30 AM LD SPEAKS

Good Morning. Please turn to page 9 in your purple worship book and pray with me.

(Pause, pray in unison)

Loving God, I am reminded that there is a time for everything in life. Help me to look at each day as new opportunity to be your servant. Allow me to see you in the life of those who surround me. Open my eyes to look at them as you do, with love and compassion, so I can give myself in love to them.

Blessed Jesus, as my journey continues, I want you to be my companion. Teach me to overcome my sinful thoughts, my pride, and my selfishness. Open my heart to your forgiveness and strength. Lift me when I fall. Carry me when I am weak.

Holy Spirit, take away any negative attitude. Guide me into the way that leads to life. Make me sensitive to your promptings—eager for the presence and


WHEN WHO WHATpower of sanctifying grace. Allow me to be your ambassador wherever I go today.

In Jesus name I pray. AMEN

Please close our books. Now our Spiritual Directors will lead a meditation called “Four Responses to Christ”

7:35 AMSpiritual

Dir.Meditation by Spiritual Director

SD NARRATIVE:

Through this meditation, each of us is asked how we will respond to Christ’s invitation. We are going to look at four responses to Christ. There are numerous ways to respond to Christ. These four may provide us a backdrop against which we can review our own response.

“FOUR RESPONSES TO CHRIST”


SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR:This meditation at the beginning of the second day sets the attitude for the talks of the

day. The focus of the second day is the message of Christ---Christ is the message God sent to the world. This meditation needs to convey the invitation to a relationship with God through Jesus Christ. The meditation centers around four responses to Christ. These responses should be presented in such a manner that participants will reflect upon their own response and may even see one of these responses as being their own. There are, of course, numerous ways to respond to Christ, and these are simply a backdrop against which one can review one’s own response.The four responses are:

The Samaritan woman at the well—wasn’t clear about the invitation. Judas—Responded with dishonesty and self-centeredness. Peter—Failed because of weakness and self-reliance, but repented and found the way

home again. Woman with a hemorrhage—Exhibited total faith that Jesus could meet her needs.

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1. The Response of the Samaritan Woman at the Well

[Jesus] came to a city of Samaria, called Sychar, near the plot of ground that Jacob had given to his son, Joseph. Jacob’s well was there, and Jesus, tired out by his journey, was sitting by the well. It was about noon. A Samaritan woman came to draw water, and Jesus said to her, “Give me a drink.”

(His disciples had gone to the city to buy food.) The Samaritan woman said to him, “How is it that you, a Jew, ask a drink of me, a woman of Samaria?” (Jews do not share things in common with Samaritans.)

Jesus answered her, “If you knew the gift of God, and who it is that is saying to you, ‘Give me a drink’ you would have asked him, and he would have given you living water.” The woman said to him, “Sir, you have no bucket, and the well is deep; where do you get that living water? Are you greater than our ancestor Jacob, who gave us the well, and with his sons and his flocks drank from it?” Jesus said to her, “Everyone who drinks of this water will be thirsty again, but those who drink of the water that I give him will never be thirsty. The water that I will give will become in them a spring of water gushing up to eternal life.” The woman said to him, “Sir, give me this water, so that I may never be thirsty or have to keep coming here to draw water.” ---John 4:5-15

This conversation with Jesus intrigues the Samaritan woman. At first, she is more interested in things than what Jesus is offering her. He offers her living water—not an object but a relationship. “Where is your bucket? How will you get water from the deep well?” she asks. Even at the end of the conversation she does not fully realize the relationship Jesus offers.


WHEN WHO WHATWe all are tempted to look at what a person can do for us or for our

business or our church. Are we more interested in things that will meet our immediate needs than in relationships that will meet our deepest needs? Is this your response? (Long Pause)

2. The Response of Judas

But Judas Iscariot, one of the disciples (the one who was about to betray him), said, “Why was this perfume not sold for three hundred denarii and the money given to the poor?” (He said this not because he cared about the poor but because he was a thief; he kept the common purse and used to steal what was put into it.)--- John 12:4-6

In this scripture, we see that the response of Judas is selfish and dishonest. Judas, like the other disciples, chose to follow Jesus for some three years. In the beginning, Judas was probably as faithful as any of the others. But, little by little, moment by moment, decision by decision, Judas let something else affect his relationship with Jesus. Maybe it was self-centeredness, or maybe Judas had some ideal vision of life that he felt was more important than what Jesus offered. In any case, Judas lost his enthusiasm for Jesus and betrayed him.

Is this our story? (Pause) Did we accept Jesus enthusiastically at first, but then minute by minute fall away from our commitment? (Pause) What priorities do we consider more important than giving time to the ministry of Jesus Christ through our churches? (Pause) Do we have a greater plan for the salvation of the created order? (Pause) Has our response to Jesus been dishonest and/or self-centered? (Long Pause)

3. The Response of Peter And Jesus said to them, “You will all become deserters; for it is written,

‘I will strike the shepherd, and the sheep will be scattered.’ But after I am raised up, I will go before you to Galilee.” Peter said to him, “Even though all Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 50

WHEN WHO WHATbecome deserters, I will not.” Jesus said to him, “Truly, I tell you, this day this very night, before the cock crows twice, you will deny me three times.” But he said vehemently, “Even though I must die with you, I will not deny you.” And all of them said the same. -- Mark 14:27-31

Peter, like Judas, accepted the call to be one of Jesus disciples. Ironically, Peter’s weakness was that he depended too much on his own strength. He relied too much on his own abilities to get the job done.

Remember, Peter boldly told Jesus, “Even though I must die with you, I will not deny you.” (Verse 31) Later, following Peter’s three conversations with others in the courtyard, the cock crowed (Luke 22:54-62). Peter wept when he realized his insincerity and failure.

Peter’s saving grace was that he knew how to repent and ask for forgiveness. He had sensed the forgiving nature of Jesus as he saw Jesus forgive and heal others.

Thus Peter knew he too, could be healed of his self-centeredness if he asked for forgiveness. This is a basic need in life –to know how to repent, to ask forgiveness and to receive forgiveness and reconciliation. Does Peter’s story reflect your response to Jesus? (Long Pause)

4. The Response of the Woman with a Hemorrhage

While [Jesus] was saying these things to them, suddenly a leader of the synagogue came in and knelt before him, saying, “My daughter has just died; but come and lay your hand on her, and she will live.” And Jesus got up and followed him, with his disciples. Then suddenly, a woman who had been suffering from hemorrhages for twelve years came up behind him and touched the fringe of his cloak, for she said to herself, “If I only touch his cloak, I will


WHEN WHO WHATbe made well.” Jesus turned, and seeing her he said, “Take heart, daughter, your faith has made you well.” And instantly the woman was made well.--Matthew 9:18-22

This incident is often described as “the miracle on the way to a miracle”. The woman had simply said to herself, “If I can only touch his cloak, I will be made well.” The woman did not want to take any time from Jesus’ already busy ministry. She didn’t need to be the center of a great healing miracle. She wasn’t asking for a special audience with Jesus.

She simply wanted to be rid of a 12 year old ailment and had faith that Jesus could provide her healing and wholeness.

How many of us want to be known for displaying great faith? “My miracle resulted from my great faith.” “I have been healed.” “I showed faith.” “I received a miracle.” There is an awful lot of “I” in that kind of faith.

This woman simply wanted to be whole. Is this our desire? Is this our story? Is this your response to Jesus Christ? (Long pause)

My sisters, we have all responded to Jesus Christ in some manner. Even our indifference and apathy is a response. There is no set formula for an appropriate human response. To be authentic, each of us will have to respond in our own way.

Who models your response – the woman by the well: Judas, the betrayer; Peter, the forgiven; the woman of simple faith; your pastor; your spouse; a friend? Does your response demonstrate self-surrender, including all your weaknesses and strengths, - and ultimate trust in God?

7:45 AM Music Meditative Song :


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Dir.

SRAlert kitchen on time for breakfastRemind music team to sing on the way to breakfast

7:50 AM LD SPEAKS

Please turn to page 48 and pray the Prayer of Thanksgiving at the bottom of the page with me. (Wait for all to find)

Almighty God, who lives and reigns forever, we give you thanks for all the gifts you have bestowed upon us.

AMEN

Please close your books. Before we go to breakfast, let us spend a few minutes in silent prayer. (Pause) Let us pray for our church. (Pause) our families, (Pause) our nation, (Pause) our world, (Pause) and our hometowns. (Pause) We also pray for the problems each one of us has, and for the one who has the tremendous problem of not having any problems at all. (Pause) We pray for the one who needs these three days the most, Lord, and for the ones who think they need it the least. (Pause)

We pray for each one of us, that we all will find here during these three days what you want for us…your grace…our true, authentic happiness.

We pray for those who are sacrificing through agape acts of love so your grace will be made known to us. O God, we ask for wisdom and charity so that we can share in the spirit of cooperation. Help us give not only our minds but also our hearts to this weekend. Accept this, our prayer, as Jesus taught his disciples, saying:

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily


WHEN WHO WHATbread, and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil, for Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. AMEN

We will now go to breakfast. Please follow me. Let’s sing “De Colores” on the way.

7:55 AM 1st Conference room – Growth through Study talk on podium – water for speaker LAYPERSON.

7:55 AM 3rd Grow through Study speaker to Prayer Room – LAYPERSON

8:00 AM Music Dir.

Sing De Colores to dining room

8:00 AM Music Dir.

Sing Grace before and after meal

1st Read list of Table Agape8:30AM 1st Return to Conference room with short Break (No time

to go to cabin)SR Check on Seat Cushions to be passed out at 10:00 AM

Remind LD to write letter to community.8:35 AM 3rd Get Grow through Study speaker: LAYPERSON

SR Place extra crosses (2) on saints table, chapel visit sign-up sheet and 3x5 cards

2nd Ring small bell for everyone to take seats

8:40 AM 1st Rotate seats, appoint new secretary, stand for lighting of Christ Candle, Sing Alleluia, Introduction

8:40 AMTalk No. 6 Grow through Study Speaker: LAYPERSON

2nd Timekeeper START:_________ END:_________1st 1st - DO Not Go Up after this TALK!SR Prompt LD to go up – Give LD 1 Crucifix


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LD Meditation (2 Min.) START:________ END:_______9:15 AM LD SPEAKS (have hand cross)

You have probably noticed that each speaker who presents a talk to us has a cross, either in their hand or on the lectern. (Hold up cross) The cross reminds each speaker that Christ is the reason they are here. Before they come into the Conference room, the speakers go to a prayer Chapel, and there, with several other Christians, pray to God that they may be a true instrument of the Holy Spirit in bringing Christ’s love to us.

Before leaving the Chapel to come to this room, each speaker picks up the cross used by the previous speaker. The cross is present throughout each talk. Upon completion of their talk, speakers return to the Chapel to thank God for using them as an instrument. Then they leave the cross for the next speaker to use.

While each speaker is here with us, people, sometimes several of them, remain in the Chapel in prayer, asking God to make the speaker a worthy and effective vessel of the Holy Spirit that we may see and feel more clearly the love of God in our lives.

These people remain in prayer until the speaker returns from presenting their talk. This is true for each speaker; all of them know that while they are here with us, there is always someone in the prayer Chapel praying for them that we might be moved by the Holy Spirit speaking through them.

So, we have speakers offering themselves for us. We have others on their knees praying for us. We have unknown numbers of people offering prayers and sacrifices in their homes and at their jobs for us.


WHEN WHO WHATNow, how about us? From now until Sunday evening, it is important that

we begin talking with God, truly talking with God, about our real feelings, doubts, fears, hopes and disappointments, longing and frustrations.

Begin making visits to the Chapel individually this afternoon when you have time and opportunity, such as during breaks. And don’t forget that the Spiritual Directors are here for you.

If you would like to visit with a Spiritual Director, seek out one or let an assistant know of your desire.

It may sound trite, but it is true nevertheless: Christ is waiting for you. Go to Christ in prayer. Speak to Christ in your own words. Speak out loud, naturally, courageously. Be yourself, not someone else.

Hold a cross if you want. Christ is your friend. Talk to Christ as you would talk to your father, mother, brother, sister, or friend.

The speaker LAYPERSON during the talk on “Grow through Study” mentioned several books and magazines that would be helpful in understanding the truth of God’s message. Today after Lunch there will be a book table set up in the back of the conference room. Choose a book and do some reading when you have time. These books are for sale. Our book table contains only a sample of Christian literature. Inside each book will be a card listing the price. If the price is different than what is on the book jacket, it’s because the price has been rounded to the nearest dollar. Please pay the price printed on the card. We accept cash or checks, no IOU’s please. Our Board Representative ___________/___________ will be happy to accept the money for your purchase.

You are welcome to look over any book before purchasing. ___________ does ask that while you are reviewing the books please take the card out of the book and give it to him/her. After reviewing it, you can give him/her your Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 56

WHEN WHO WHATmoney. If you decide not to buy it, he/she will give you the card to put back in the book and you may return the book to the table so someone else may have the opportunity to look at it. Please review all books here in the Conference room and do not take the books to your cabin unless you purchase it first.

If you need to get your money or checkbook from your cabin, ________/________ will hold the book for you until later today.

AFTER LUNCH the book table will be available to you TODAY ONLY until AFTER DINNER TONIGHT.

At the end of the weekend, you will receive a list of suggested reading materials to help you in your further search for Christian reading materials.

We will now have our discussion, on the Grow Through Study talk.

2nd Timekeeper

9:20 AM1st

Summary & Posters

Discussion (15 Min.) START:______ END:_______Summary (5 Min.) START:______ END: _______Posters (20 Min.) START:______ END: _______

9:30 AM 3rd Means to Grace Speaker to Prayer Room SPEAKER: CLERGY

9:50 AM SR Check on Snack Agape

10:00 AM 1st Announce Break –Very short with Snacks, Stress to candidates to take quickly as possible; bring food back to the tables.

10:00 AM 2nd /SR During Break Pass out seat cushions (butt agape)10:00 AM SR Put out 3x5 cards on each table

10:00 AM 1st Conference room Means to Grace talk on podium. Glass of water for speaker CLERGY.

10:00 AM SR Check on Communion in Chapel. Make sure elements and empty basket are at front of room (two baskets of


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bread)10:05 AM 2nd Ring small bell to return to Conference room10:05 AM Music Teach Communion Songs

10:05 AM 3rd Get Means to Grace Speaker from Prayer RoomSPEAKER: CLERGY

10:10 AM 1st Rotate seats, appoint new secretary, stand for lighting of Christ Candle, Sing Alleluia, Introduction

10:15 AM Clergy Talk No. 7 Means to Grace –SPEAKER: CLERGY

11:45 AM 2nd/3rd At the conclusion of the talk, the ALD’s will collect the 3x5 cards at the door as pilgrims go to lunch & give to Spiritual Director

SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR: SPEAKS

We will now be going to the Sanctuary for communion. We will go single file by tables, Table Leaders first, in Silence. Please take your worship booklets with you. Give your 3x5 card with any questions to one of the assistants at the door.

MARTHA, MARY, RUTH, SARAH, NAOMI, ESTHER, SAINTS

1st Lead to Chapel –.

2nd Open Chapel Door.


Because of the length of this talk and because the group will move to the Chapel after the talk, a break should be taken halfway through the talk. The Spiritual Director should coordinate this break, telling the pilgrims that they can submit a written question during the break or during the few minutes of silence at the end of this talk. Inform pilgrims that 3x5 cards will be available on the tables. Each person is free to write more than one question, the content of the question should directly relate to the Means of Grace Talk; it is possible that some questions will not be answered in front of the group. The ALD’s will collect the cards on the way to Chapel.

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11:45 AMMusic Dir.

Meditative Song :

3rd Stay behind to run lights, Pulpit Lights in Chapel ON

Spiritual Director- Worship order for use during dying moments and Holy Communion service according to new guidelines from upper room (pg 26 worship booklet)

Greeting Opening Prayer Scripture Meditation Invitation – Confession and Pardon

SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR - SPEAKS


SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR:The intent of this Communion Service is to give participants an opportunity to

experience the Grace of God after confession of a deep hurt or need. Having heard how God’s grace will enable each person to overcome his or her brokenness, participants are asked to share some dying moment in their life that will be brought to new life through the grace of God. During the regular liturgy of Communion, beginning on page 26 of the Worship booklet, the Spiritual Director offers a brief (5-6 min.) meditation in which he/she reiterates this theme of grace with a personal example of a dying moment. Then the Spiritual Director invites pilgrims’ to name a dying moment of their own life that needs the resurrected power of Jesus Christ.

Two loaves of bread will be used for this service, one for the Dying Moments and one for the celebration of Holy Communion.

SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR:After praying together the corporate Confession on page 28, replace the silence

with the following words.

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Now that we have taken the opportunity to jointly confess our sins in this special service, we take time for individual confession.

Friends, all of us, like Peter, have denied Jesus in some way, even though we are his disciples. All of us, whether we admit to it or not, have that within us that separates us from the love of God in Christ Jesus and both grieves and breaks God’s heart. To have a deeper relationship with Christ, the things that separate us from God’s gracious love have to die.

In the next few moments we will have the opportunity to name our dying moment; that which needs to die within us. We will come as the Spirit moves and break a piece of bread from the loaf, which symbolizes our brokenness and the broken relationship we have with God. We are invited to lift the bread before the cross and name aloud in a word or brief phrase, our dying moment—some sin, habit, attitude, characteristic or burden that must die in our life in order for us to receive the resurrection power of Jesus Christ. In naming our dying moment, we can use symbolic words like fear, hate or loss. Or we may want to be as specific as “the argument with my spouse, my child or my friend.”

After you come forward, break the bread and name your dying moment, place the bread in the basket and return to your seat. (Pause) God now invites us to come forward and name our dying moment.

DYING MOMENTS

WORDS OF PARDON


Spiritual Director turns toward the cross and models a dying moment confession first.

WHEN WHO WHAT(Holding the basket) Here is the brokenness we have confessed. Friends,

the reality is that even before we knew it, Christ died for us, paid the price for our sins, and offered us wholeness. We now leave our brokenness at the foot of the cross. In the name of Jesus Christ we are forgiven!

3rd Go back to run lights for Communion Liturgy

This is Grace! Let us now turn to page 29 and celebrate Holy Communion.

The Great Thanksgiving The LORD’s Prayer Giving the Bread and Cup Prayer after Receiving

SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR: SPEAKS After Communion and Before Song:

In a moment, after a meditative song, we will leave the Chapel and go to lunch. After lunch there will be a long break. Remember that the Spiritual Directors are here for you if would like to talk. (pause)

Music Dir.

Meditative Song :

12:15 PM SR Check with Dining roomLD SPEAKS

We will now go to the dining room in silence. We will break the silence as we sing our Grace before the meal, and then we are free to talk as usual.


SPIRITUAL DIRECTORPlaces the basket at the foot of the cross, uncovers the second loaf and the cup,

and proceeds with the Great Thanksgiving on page 29.

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12:25 PM To Dining Room for lunch. NO Singing!ALD’s Give Questions to Spiritual Director

12:30 PMMusic Dir.

Sing Grace before and after meal

1st Read table Agape List—Mention our “Unseen Guest” at the table

1:00 PM 1st

Long Break-May rest or exercise (Impress importance of break-Don’t cut short even if behind on schedule) Define allowed areas their cabin, conference room or to the cross only. Tell them where is off limits. (Dining Hall and Beach Area) Break is 45 Minutes Long.

LD Start working on Letter to Community1:45 PM 2nd Ring big bell to call to conference room1:50 PM SR/3rd Check cabins and Point for stragglers


SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR: In consultation with the other Spiritual Directors, decides (1) which questions to

address during the 15 min. allotted for this activity, and (2) which of the available Spiritual Directors will answer each question.

Spiritual Director or Assistant Spiritual DirectorIntroduce the chapel visits by table. The intent of these chapel visits is to provide

the table communities that have been developing over the past day and a half and opportunity to share in a meaningful prayer experience. Some pilgrims may never have prayed out loud in a group. This chapel visit can be meaningful on a variety of levels. The tone should always be one of invitation in a way that is sensitive to each person an inclusive. While this is a termed chapel visit, the actual place does not have to be in the chapel. It can be any room place away from the conference room where privacy for the group is provided.

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1:50 PM Spiritual Dir. SPEAKS

We have been talking about the means by which we receive and celebrate God’s grace. Prayer is a very important way we receive grace and a means by which God communicates love to us. This morning, LD encouraged you to make private visits to the Chapel this afternoon. Prayer, however, is not only private; it is also corporate.

In Matthew 18:20 Jesus said. “Where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them.” We can experience Christ’s presence among us through prayer.

You have been developing Christian communities in miniature at your tables, and prayers a very important ingredient of our life together in Christ. We want to give you the opportunity as table communities to go to the Chapel and pray together. When you feel your table is ready to share in prayer, the table leader should notify one of the assistants. After the talks, we will be able to take one or two tables to the Chapel or outside for this purpose.

The assistants will coordinate this. There is no pressure to do this at any particular time. When the members at your table agree that your group is ready, notify the assistants. The table leader will hold the hand cross and Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 63

Chapel visits by tables provide an opportunity for self-reflection, prayer and sharing with new brother/sisters in Christ. Post a sign-up sheet. Table leaders need to remain sensitive to the atmosphere of their table group and determine when the table is ready for chapel visit. Table groups are taken to the chapel by the Assistant Lay Directors when convenient in the schedule or when each group is ready. No group should be out of the conference room during the talks. Only one table at a time should be in each prayer area or chapel.

WHEN WHO WHATbegin the prayer. When the table leader finishes, she will hand the cross on to the next person. If you do not feel like praying aloud, simply pray silently and then pass the cross on. Keep in mind that some of us may never have prayed before with a group. As a group, be gentle and encouraging.

Don’t rush through this time, but we hope that the Chapel visits will not be longer than this long (15 min. indication with finger measurement) so the schedule will flow smoothly for us.

Remember, when your table decides you want to go to the Chapel, let one of the assistants know.

Now we will address some of the important questions you have submitted.

(At the end of the question and answer period.)

Let’s begin our table discussion of the Means of Grace Talk. We have a limited amount of time. If your question is not answered before the whole group, this does not mean your question is unimportant.

Please see any of the Spiritual Directors, and we will be happy to discuss your question with you. In addition, it is always appropriate to take your question to your pastor or another trusted spiritual leader within your church or denomination. Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 64

NOTE: This question and answer period should be no longer than 15 minutes. The SD can either field questions spontaneously or respond to questions written ahead of time on 3x5 cards. Focus on the questions directly related to the Means of Grace talk. In your response, focus on commonly shared Christian beliefs, not on denominational disagreements.

WHEN WHO WHAT

2nd Timekeeper START:___________ END:__________

2:05 PM 1st

Meditation (2 Min.) START:_______ END:_______Discussion (15 Min.) START: _______END:_______Summary (5 Min.) START: _______ END:_______Posters (20 Min.) START: _______END:_______

2nd

Take first & second table for Chapel visits during posters. Be sure Christian Action speaker: LAYPERSON is not at these tables. Hang out in the background for timing purposes.

SR Check on Snack Agape1st Begin Presenting Agape Banners

2:30 PM 3rd Christian Action Speaker LAYPERSON to Prayer Room when summaries begin.

2:45 PM 1st Announce Short break with Snacks

2:45 PM 1st Conference Room-Christian Action talk on podium. Glass of water for speaker

2:50 PM 2nd Ring small bell, call back to Conference room

3rd Get Christian Action speaker SPEAKER: LAYPERSON

2:55 PM Music Teach “Jesus, Jesus” song

2:55 PM 1st Read Agape letters, Rotate, Appoint new secretary, Stand to Light Candle, Sing, Introduction

3:00 PMTALK No. 8 Christian Action SPEAKER: LAYPERSON

2nd Timekeeper START:_________ END:________

3:20 PM1st

announce each

Meditation (2 Min.) START:_______ END:______Discussion (15 Min.) START: ______ END:_______Summary (5 Min.) START: ______ END:_______Posters (20 Min.) START: _______END:________

SR Take Third & Fourth Tables for Chapel Visits during


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posters

3:45 PM 3rd Take Obstacles to Grace Speaker CLERGY to Prayer Room

4:10 PM 1st Potty Break NO Snacks

4:10 PM 1st Put Obstacles to Grace talk on podium. Glass of water for speaker.

4:20 PM 3rd Get Obstacles to Grace speaker CLERGY from Prayer Room

2nd/SR

Ring small bell to call pilgrims back to conference rm.Do Head Count.

4:25 PM 1st Rotate seats, appoint new secretary, Stand light candle, Sing, Introduction.

4:30 PM ClergyTalk No. 9 Obstacles to Grace SPEAKER: CLERGY

2nd Timekeeper START:________END:__________

1st announce

each

Meditation (2 Min.) START:_______END:_______Discussion (15 Min.) START: _______END:_______Summary (5 Min.) START: _______END:_______Posters (20 Min.) START: _______END:_______

SR/2nd

Take Remaining Tables for Chapel Visits

5:25 PM SRCheck with dining room for Dinner, Entertainment (20 min.)

Music Check with Kitchen Crew on Song (This is the Day)5:40 PM To Dining Room for Dinner

Music Sing on the Way (This is the Day)5:45 PM Music Sing Grace before and after meals

1st Read Table Agape List6:15 PM Entertainment (please keep to 20 min.)

6:15 PM 3rd Take Discipleship Speaker to Prayer Room—LAYPERSON


WHEN WHO WHAT

6:35 PM 1st Potty BREAK (on way to Conference room) no going to cabins

6:35 PM 1st Conference Room place “Discipleship” talk on podium. Glass of water for speaker

6:50 PM 2nd Ring small bell, get Head Count.

3rd Get Discipleship Speaker—LAYPERSON

1st Read Agape, Rotate, Appoint Secretary, Stand light Candle, Sing, Introduction

7:00 PM Talk No. 10 Discipleship SPEAKER: LAYPERSON

2nd Timekeeper START:__________ END:__________

7:20 PM1st

Announce each

Meditation (2 Min.) START:_______END:_________Discussion (15 Min.) START:_______END:________Summary (5 Min.) START: ______END:________Posters (20 Min.) START: ________END:_______

7:20 PM LD Written report to the Community – Give to Board Rep.

SR/2nd

Take Tables for Chapel Visits as Needed

8:00 PM 1st Break if time allows (Bathroom only) KEEP INSIDE. Allow Smokers out & to right around corner.

3rd2nd

Stand at Door

8:15 PM 2nd Ring small bell for candidates back to conference room for Summaries and Posters

8:30 PM ALD’s (Women’s Walk Only) Table Melodies

9:00 PMBoard Rep.

Get list of towns from dining hall service

9:30 PM 1st Break – Short one-Keep track of candidates. NO ONE OUTSIDE – Make sure Spiritual Director has List of Towns


WHEN WHO WHAT9:40 PM 2nd Ring small Bell, Candidates back to conference room9:45 PM LD SPEAKS

Before we go to Chapel for evening prayers, we need to take care of some business. When you get up in the morning, you will need to dress and gather your belongings together. Then come promptly to the Chapel when the bell rings. Tomorrow’s pace is quite different. Leave your things on your bed. We will instruct you when to move your belongings as time allows.

We need to do some quick housekeeping at our tables. Throw all trash in the trash cans. (Pause for clean-up) We will now go to Chapel in the dining hall. We will go two by two, table by table, table leaders in front. We will go in silence and the assistant Lay Directors will lead us. (Call Out Tables.

SARAH, RUTH, MARY, MARTHA, NAOMI, ESTHER, SAINTS2nd /3rd LEAD (go slowly so that everyone is bunched close)1st /SR

LD/SD’sBoard Rep

A/V/Music

Follow

10:00 PM CANDLELIGHTS D NARRATIVE:


SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR:The talks during this second day have focused on Jesus Christ as the key to living

a life of grace. The intent of the Candlelight is to move the participants closer to the love of God. The time following the Candlelight should give the participants’ a specific chance to renew their commitment to Jesus Christ.

After the participants have assembled in the chancel area of the sanctuary or chapel, having walked through the aisle of lit candles, give this explanation.

WHEN WHO WHAT

While we have been sharing our posters and summaries, these people—members of the Emmaus community—have gathered here out of their love for Christ and their love of you. They have celebrated Holy Communion together and have prayed for each of you by name as an act of agape. Some have traveled long distances to be here just for this time, and will depart in a few minutes to return home. The have come from (Insert Names of Towns here)

They have come here just for this moment to show their support and to move you closer to the realization of God’s love. Can you imagine that—men and women who may not even know you, wanting you to realize how much God loves you? Can there be anything greater than the body of Christ loving us on behalf of Christ? (PAUSE) In response, let us sing the “Jesus, Jesus” song to let them know we appreciate and accept that love.

NARRATIVE:

Now we are going to make an examination of conscience as we did last night, but in a very personal way. In the silence, we want to give you an opportunity to recommit your life to Jesus Christ. For some of you, it may be a first-time commitment. All the agape acts over these three days have been for this purpose—to move you closer to Christ.Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 69

SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR:When the Emmaus Community has departed only the pilgrims, team and

spiritual directors are left in the dimly lit sanctuary or chapel. As soon as the last community member has departed, the Spiritual Director begins the following narrative while everyone remains in place.

SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR:Lead the chapel session following Candlelight, using some form of examination of

conscience, such as pages 14-15 in the worship booklet or another selection of your own choosing. The Prayer to the Holy Spirit on page 48 or the worship book is an appropriate closing, or you may consider using a meditative solo.

WHEN WHO WHAT

The theme of this day has been Jesus Christ and our response to His grace. This time of prayer will be an opportunity for each of us to personally examine our response to the relationship Christ offers (Pause briefly) and to respond with new commitment as we feel called.

Now I would like for you to spread out in the Chapel. There are plenty of chairs if you wish to sit. Give yourself and one another space to be alone with God. When everyone is seated, I have a few more instructions. (Pause to let the pilgrims and the team move)

Now that everyone has a place to examine your own heart and make your response to Christ, I want to encourage you to pray. You may want to pray privately. Or you may choose to come to the altar and make your commitment. Perhaps you will want to come to the altar and have a spiritual director pray with you. You may either come alone or bring a friend. Or you may prefer to remain in prayer where you sit, either alone or with one another. If you want to talk or pray with a spiritual director, come to the rear of the sanctuary and one of the spiritual directors will be there to talk with you. Particularly if you are making a first time commitment, you may want to talk to one of the clergy.

After we have had time to pray, the music team will sing a song and at this time you can return to the Conference room for refreshments. If you wish to stay longer, please do so.

(Point out where the Spiritual Directors will be located)

10:15 PM S D Spiritual counseling, prayerNote to

Music Dir.Meditative song :(Lay Director will signal when to begin) Return to


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Conference room, refreshments, Gently urge retirement at reasonable time

ALDs

3rd and 2nd remain in the dining hall with clergy. SR and 1st go to the Conference room. SR is responsible for getting “Chicken Hats” to TA to return to Ken Longs house.

1st Get candles from TA’s for Sunday morning wake-up

Musicians Take instruments to cabins or CD player to help wake pilgrims on Sunday morning

NOTES_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________2nd is Conference Room on Sunday , her duties are to; Make sure that each Speakers talks are on the podium.Each speaker has a cup or bottle of water under the podium if needed.To announce Meditation – Discussion – Summary – Poster Time.To announce Break TimeExplain agape at all meals.Explain joke time and tell first joke.

1st is Prayer Room on Sunday , her duties are to; She is to have walkie/talkie and communicate with SR . Take speakers back and forth from conference room to prayer room.Be mindful of who speakers are and what table they are sitting at.

3rd is Timekeeper on Sunday , her duties are to; Keep track of pilgrims that have to take medication at certain times.Let pilgrim know when it is time to take medication.Track time for meals and let Conference Room ALD know when meal time is over.Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 71

WHEN WHO WHATKeep track of when TALK begins and endsKeep track of time for meditation – discussion – summary – and poster time is. Make sure to write in Minute by Minute the START and END time.

SR is background, her duties are to:Keep track of time and alert kitchen as to when we are going to dining hall.Keep track of time and alert TA’s and SNACK as to when we are coming out for snack/breaks/going to dining hall.Help with all other duties to make sure everything is running smoothly.

Lay Directors job is to sit back, relax and enjoy this weekend!

SUNDAYConf. Room 2nd TALKS & SPEAKERS FOR SUNDAY

Prayer Room 1st Changing Our World— LAYPERSON

Timekeeper 3rd Sanctifying Grace—CLERGY

Background SR Body of Christ—LAYPERSON

Perseverance—LDFourth Day—3 rd ALD

6:30 AMALDs / Music Team

Wake up Bell or Music (Female musicians, ALD’, go with candles singing “I Love You with the Love of the Lord” to wake pilgrims.

2nd Take Sunday posters (if applicable) & Talks to Conference Room. Place Changing Our World talk on podium, glass of water for speaker.


WHEN WHO WHAT

SR Locate Packets and store in Conference Room Closet or behind saints table.

1st Find out if Changing Our World speaker—LAYPERSON wants breakfast saved for her.

SRAlert kitchen of available time for breakfast, Remind kitchen lunch will be at Noon. Remind music team to sing De Colores to Breakfast.

7:00 AM S D Communion in Prayer Room w/LD, ALD, MD, community workers.

7:20 AM 3rd Ring Big Bell for Candidates to Chapel

7:25 AM3rdSR

Check for stragglers, Do head count to make sure all present. Let LD know.

7:30 AM Morning Prayers in Chapel7:30 AM LD SPEAKS

Good morning Daughters of God! Please turn to page 6 in your worship book, and let us read Psalm 100 in unison. (Pause)

Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness! Come into his presence with singing! Know that the Lord is God. It is he that made us, and we are his; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him, bless his name! For the LORD is good; his steadfast love endures forever, and his faithfulness to all generations.

Join me in reading Psalm 23 on page 17 of your worship book.

(Wait for all to find.)


WHEN WHO WHATThe LORD is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me to lie down in green pastures, He leads me beside still waters; he restores my soul. He leads me in right paths for His name’s sake.

Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I fear no evil; for you are with me; your rod and your staff they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil, my cup overflows.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I shall dwell in the house of the LORD my whole life long.

We will now have a meditation led by our Spiritual Director called “The Humanness of Jesus”

Spiritual Dir.

MEDITATION #3 The Humanness of Jesus

NARRATIVE:

*1. Jesus experienced disappointment


SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR: This meditation begins the third and last day of the Walk to Emmaus. It

highlights the human qualities of Jesus and shows how God used them in a ministry of love. The connection needs to be made between Jesus’ human qualities and our human qualities. It is our human qualities through which we will minister to the world.

All the talks during this third day emphasize changing our world with God’s grace. This meditation should set the stage for this ministry. It should allow us to see that God expects to work through human qualities in the ministry of God’s grace. It is not necessary to use all 9 of the scriptures. Select the ones you deem appropriate using at least 4.

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Jesus said to him, “Have I been with you all this time, Phillip, and you still do not know me? Whoever has seen me has seen the Father; how can you say, ‘Show us the Father’?”—John 14:9

Usually we think of Thomas as the doubting apostle, but in this account Phillip is the doubter. Phillip says, “Lord, show us the Father, and we will be satisfied.” In other words, “Jesus, if you would just show us the Father, then we could believe.”

Jesus replies, “Have I been with you so long and still you do not believe?” You can imagine the heartache and disappointment Jesus felt. But Jesus went farther and answered Phillip’s need. How might God use our disappointment? (Long pause)*2. Jesus experienced tiredness

So he came to a Samaritan city called Sychar, near the plot of ground that Jacob had given his son Joseph. Jacob’s well was there, and Jesus, tired out by his journey, was sitting by the well. It was about noon. –John 4:5-6

Jesus and his disciples had been traveling all day. As they approached the town of Sychar, Jesus decided to sit by Jacob’s well while the disciples went into town to purchase food. While resting there, Jesus had a conversation with a Samaritan woman. Even though Jesus experienced human tiredness, he was able to witness to the woman and offer her living water. How does God use our human tiredness? (Long pause)

*3. Jesus experienced anger

The Passover of the Jews was near, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. In the temple he found people selling cattle, sheep and doves, and the money-changers seated at their tables. Making a whip of cords, he drove all of them Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 75

WHEN WHO WHATout of the temple, both the sheep and the cattle. He also poured out the coins of the money-changers and overturned their tables. He told those who were selling the doves “Take these things out of here! Stop making my Father’s house a marketplace.” His disciples remembered that it was written “Zeal for your house will consume me.” –John 2:13-17

Think about how you would feel if the sanctuary where you worship was turned into a produce or livestock market? What if the church parking lot were turned into a flea market that sold religious trinkets and junk?

What if the IRS set up a collection station in your church’s entrance? Do you think you would experience anger? How might God use that anger? (Long pause)

*4. Jesus experienced suffering

They went to a place called Gethsemane; and [Jesus] said to his disciples, “sit here, while I pray.” He took with him Peter and James and John, and began to be distressed and agitated. And he said to them, “I am deeply grieved, even to death; remain here and keep awake.” And going a little farther he threw himself on the ground and prayed that, if it were possible, the hour might pass from him. He said, “Abba, Father, for you all things are possible’ remove this cup from me’ yet not what I want, but what you want.” He came and found them sleeping, and he said to Peter, “Simon, are you asleep? Could you not keep awake one hour?” -- Mark 14:32-37

In the garden of Gethsemane, Jesus suffered and agonized as he faced his own death. While he prayed, great drops of blood colored the ground. Suffering is a universal human experience. Here’s a key question to consider: Is our suffering on our own behalf or on the behalf of someone else? How might God use your suffering? (Long pause)


WHEN WHO WHAT*5. Jesus experienced love

So the Jews said, “See how he loved him!” But some of them said, “Could not he who opened the eyes of the blind man have kept this man from dying?” -- John 11:36-37

Evidently Jesus had a deep and meaningful relationship with the family of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. Jesus reached Bethany four days after Lazarus’ burial. When he saw Mary and Martha’s grief over their brother’s death, Jesus wept! However, he moved beyond his grief to call Lazarus forth from the tomb and back to life. How does our love call people from death and renew their exuberance for life? (Long pause)

*6. Jesus experience empathy

On the third day there was a wedding at Cana of Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. When the wine gave out, the mother of Jesus said to him, “They have no wine.” And Jesus said to her, “Woman, what concern is that to you and me? My hour has not yet come.” His mother said to the servants, “Do whatever he tells you.” Now standing there were six stone jars for the Jewish rites of purification, each holding twenty or thirty gallons. Jesus said to them, “Fill the jars with water.” And they filled them up to the brim. He said to them, “Now draw some out, and take it to the chief steward.” So they took it. When the steward tasted the water that had become wine, and did not know where it came from (though the servants who had drawn the water knew), the steward called the bridegroom and said to him, “Everyone serves the good wine first, and then the inferior wine after the guests have become drunk. But you have kept the good wine until now.” Jesus did this, the first of his signs, in Cana of Galilee, and revealed his glory; and his disciples believed in him. –John 2:1-11 Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 77

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It may seem unusual that Jesus’ first miracle took place at a wedding feast, and even more so that his first miracle was changing water into wine. A more likely choice for his first miracle might have been healing, prophesying, or some other great feat.

But what greater feat is there in the human experience than empathy – to evaluate a situation and provide just what is needed—neither overdoing it nor meeting the need halfway? When has God called you to show empathy? (Long pause)

*7. Jesus experienced and initiated human understanding

Then each of them went home, while Jesus went to the Mount of Olives. Early in the morning he came again to the temple.

All the people came to him, and he sat down and began to teach them. The scribes and Pharisees brought a woman who had been caught in adultery; and making her stand before all of them, they said to him, “Teacher, this woman has been caught in the very act of committing adultery. Now in the law Moses commanded us to stone such women. Now what do you say?” They said to test him, so that they might have some charge to bring against him. Jesus bent down and wrote with his finger on the ground. When they kept on questioning him, he straightened up and said to them, “Let anyone among you who is without sin, be the first to throw a stone at her.” And once again he bent down and wrote on the ground.

When they heard it, they went away, one by one, beginning with the elders, and Jesus was left alone with the woman standing before him. Jesus Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 78

WHEN WHO WHATstraightened up and said to her, “Woman, where are they? Has no one condemned you?” She said, “No one, sir.” And Jesus said, “Neither do I condemn you. Go your way, and from now on do not sin again.” --John 8:3-11

When the Pharisees confronted Jesus with the woman caught in the act of adultery, he could have easily given an opinion as to what to do with the woman, and more than likely it would have shown understanding on his part. But Jesus wanted to go a step further. Jesus wanted those accusing the woman to have understanding and to use it. “Let anyone among you who is without sin, be the first to throw a stone at her.”

Those charging the woman had to reason about whether their actions were appropriate. What understanding might God see to teach us through this story? (Long pause)*8 Jesus was firm

Pilate entered the headquarters again, summoned Jesus, and asked him, “Are you the King of the Jews?” Jesus answered, “Do you ask this on your own or did others tell you about me?” Pilate replied, “I am not a Jew, am I?”

Your own nation and the chief priests have handed you over to me; what have you done?” Jesus answered, “My kingdom is not of this world. If my kingdom were from this world, my followers would be fighting to keep me from being handed over to the Jews. But as it is, my kingdom is not from here.” Pilate asked him, “So you are a king?” Jesus answered, “You say that I am a king. For this I was born, and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth. Everyone who belongs to the truth listens to my voice.” Pilate asked him, “What is truth?” After he had said this, he went out to the Jews again, and told them, “I find no case against him. But you have a custom that I release someone for you at the Passover. Do you want me to release for you the King of the Jews?” They shouted in reply, “Not this man, but Barabbas!” Now Barabbas was a bandit. –John 18:33-40Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 79

WHEN WHO WHAT

When Jesus was brought before Pilate, Pilate asked him, “Are you King of the Jews?” It would have been easy to say, “No, not me.” What is your answer when you are asked, “Are you a child of the King?” Does it depend on the situation? In the sanctuary or church building we can easily answer “yes”; but how about at work, at home, at the airport, or in your leisure time? In what ways can you stand firm in the faith? (Long pause)

*9. Jesus knew when to ask for support

Then Jesus went with them to a place called Gethsemane, and he said to his disciples, “Sit here, while I go over there and pray.” He took with him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, and began to be grieved and agitated. Then he said to them, “I am deeply grieved, even to death; remain here, and stay awake with me.” –Mathew 26:36-38

In the final moments of Jesus’ life, he knew his death was imminent. What did he do? He asked for support. He asked Peter, James and John to pray with him. And he prayed to God from whom his help came. Do you know when to ask for the support you need, either from friends or from God? (Long pause) How Does God use our humanness to share grace with others?

Music Dir. Meditative Song :

LD SPEAKS (After Meditative Solo)


Spiritual Director:Develop this point being sensitive to the pilgrims, their needs and capabilities, as

well as being sensitive to examples you can use from previous talks. The message of this third day is: “Go into all the world and make disciples.”

WHEN WHO WHATPlease turn to page 5 in your worship books, and join with me in praying

the Prayer of Saint Frances. (Pause)

Lord, make me an instrument of thy peace; where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; and where there is sadness, joy. O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console; to be understood, as to understand; to be loved, as to love; for it is in giving that we receive; it is in pardoning that we are pardoned, and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.

Now we will go to breakfast. Let’s sing De Colores on the way.

7:55 AMMusic Dir.

Sing De Colores to dining room, Sing Grace before and after meal

2nd Read Agape List

8:05 AM 1st Take Changing Our World speaker to prayer room-SPEAKER: LAYPERSON

8:35 AM 2nd Announce Short break/ Restroom 8:40 AM 3rd Ring big Bell for call back to Conference Room

8:40 AM 1st Bring Changing Our World speaker from Prayer Room SPEAKER: LAYPERSON

8:45 AM 2ndAppoint New Secretary, Light Candle, Sing, Introduction

8:50 AMTalk No. 11 Changing Our World SPEAKER: LAYPERSON

3rd Timekeeper START:_________ END:__________

2nd

Meditation (2Min.) START:________END:_______Discussion (15 Min.) START:________END:_______Summary (5 Min.) START:________END:_______

NO POSTERS TODAY!


WHEN WHO WHAT

9:15 AM 3rd Sanctifying Grace Speaker to Prayer RoomSPEAKER: CLERGY

9:30 AM 2nd Conference Room, Sanctifying Grace talk on podium, Glass of water for speaker

9:30 AMSR3rd

Chapel visits or break allows time to Put Service Cards on Tables, Check on Sanctifying Grace speaker, CLERGY

9:50 AM 3rd Ring small bell to signal back to Conference roomSR Check on Snacks for 10:40 break

1st Get Sanctifying Grace Speaker from prayer room SPEAKER: CLERGY

2ndAppoint New Secretary, Rotate, Light Candle, Sing, Introduction

10:00 AM ClergyTalk No. 12 Sanctifying Grace SPEAKER: CLERGY

3rd Timekeeper START:__________ END:___________

2nd Meditation (2Min.) START:_______ END:_______Discussion (15 Min.) START:_______ END:_______

10:25 AM 1st Body of Christ Speaker to prayer room; SPEAKER: LAYPERSON

10:35 AM 2nd Summary (5 Min.) START: ________ End ________

10:40 AMSR3rd

Chapel visit if needed and/or Short break with Snack

10:40 AM 2nd Conference Room Body of Christ talk on podium, glass of water for speaker

10:50 AM 3rd Ring small bell signal back to Conference Room

1st Get Body of Christ Speaker from Prayer Room, SPEAKER: LAYPERSON

10:55 AM 2ndAppoint New Secretary, Rotate, Light Candle, Sing, Introduction

11:00 AM Talk No. 13 Body of Christ SPEAKER LAYPERSON


WHEN WHO WHAT

3rd Timekeeper START:__________ END:___________

2ndMeditation (2 Min.) START:_______ END:______Discussion (15 Min.) START: ______ END:_______Summary (5 Min.) START: ______ END:_______

11:40 AM SRCheck with Kitchen to see when lunch will be ready. Fill spare time with Letter/Banner Agape or Music.Kitchen will sing “This is the Day”

11:55 AM 2ndWe are now going to Lunch (Remind TL’s & ATL’s to get crosses) NO SINGING on way to Lunch.

Music Sing Grace before and after Meal2nd Read Table Agape List

12:40 PM 2nd Short Break (Candidates should make sure all belongings are packed and on top of beds)

12:40 1st Perseverance Speaker LD to Prayer room

12:40 PM 2nd Conference room Perseverance Talk on podium, water for speaker. SPEAKER: LD

1:15 PM SR Ring big Bell back to Conference RoomSR Check on Snacks

1:15 PM 1st Fourth Day Speaker to Prayer Room SPEAKER: 3 rd ALD

1:20 PM 1st Bring Perseverance Speaker back to Conference Room SPEAKER: LD

1:25 PM 2ndAppoint New Secretary, Rotate, Light Candle, Sing, Introduction

1:30 PM TALK NO. 14 PERSEVERANCESPEAKER: LD

2nd Meditation (2 Min.)Further explanation and discussion of Emmaus groups at table. Team members, who are now known, should lead this discussion, or lead a group reunion


WHEN WHO WHAT

sharing, focusing on a limited number of questions. Remind all candidates to NOT put their names on Service Sheets. Mini Reunion. ALLOW 20 MIN. for Mini-Reunion.

2:10 PM 2nd

Short Break with Snacks 2nd Speaks:“Ladies, with stomachs empty and mouths open, fork in hand and with a clean plate, in the Spirit of fun and food, prepare for our last snack which has lovingly been prepared by our snack agape angels.”

2:10 PM 2nd Conference Room put Fourth Day talk on podium, glass of water for speaker 3 rd ALD .

2:10 PM SR Check to make sure bags and packets are in closet2:20 PM 1st Get Fourth Day Speaker from Prayer Room.2:20 PM SR Ring small bell back to Conference Room.

2:25 PM 2ndAppoint New Secretary, Light Candle, Sing, Introduction

2:30 PM TALK NO. 15 Fourth Day SPEAKER: 3 rd ALD 2nd Meditation (2Min.) START:_______ END:_________

SR

2nd

Distribute packets including 1 for the Spiritual Director.NOTE: The Spiritual Director and pilgrims get a full packet. The other team members get a condensed packet. Remind Music Team to Set-Up for Closing with the necessary materials.

2:50 PM 1stRemind Fourth Day Speaker to leave Cross in Prayer Room for TA’s

2:55 PM S DPoints To Remember DiscussionInventory of PacketsCorrection of lists of names and addresses

2nd After packet instructions, Place both chapel crosses


WHEN WHO WHAT

under podium for closingLD Ask two team members to answer the two questions

NOTES___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

************************************SCHEDULE “A” For personal agape letters and cross service AT the POINT .

3:15 PM ALD’s If weather does not permit see schedule “B” 3:15 PM LD SPEAKS

Put your things together by tables, you each have a bag with your name on it to put all your personal belongings in. You need to take a bathroom break, but please be as quick as possible. This is a very short break. When you finish, please come back to your tables.

BATHROOM BREAK

We will be leaving the Conference room by tables, two by two, with table leaders in front. Please follow the ALDs (Point to Tables to direct order of Leaving)

2nd3rd

LEAD


WHEN WHO WHAT

LDSpiritual Directors

Board RepSR1st

Music Team

FOLLOW

A/V Techs stay behind to tear down and storage of computer equipment and to help with set-up for closing

3:30 PMSpiritual

Dir.

Introduction of Individual Agape Letters. ALD’s pass personal letters to tables in prepackaged bundles.

NARRATIVE:

Paul opens his first letter to Timothy with these words; “To Timothy, my loyal child in faith: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.” (I Tim. 1:2)

Letters of agape, like Paul’s letter to Timothy, have always been part of the Christian tradition. This weekend you have heard again and again about agape –God’s love—and have received many agape letters which tell of prayers


SPIRITUAL Director can read the first few verses of some of Paul’s letter to introduce the agape letters. Allow about 30 minutes for individuals to read personal letters. Assistant Lay Directors pass personal letters to tables in pre-packaged bundles. (8-12 letters per pilgrim)

Spiritual Director:At the appropriate time on Sunday afternoon, introduce the personal agape letters as described below.

WHEN WHO WHATand sacrifices of other people on your behalf, many of whom you will never know. These agape letters have been for all of you.

At the same time, we have told you that the world out there has not changed and you will be returning to essentially the same situation you left on Thursday evening. So it is important that you know there are Christian friends who love you and stand ready to help you live in grace and bring change to your environment.

It is also important that you know you are loved and appreciated not only by us, but also by people who have known you for a long time.

We want to give you some personal agape letters, just in case you didn’t get the message of God’s love in the general agape letters. Will the assistants please distribute the personal agape letters?

3:55 PMAll

ALD’s

Gather candidates and team back to seats in preparation for presentation of Crosses to each Pilgrim

4:00 PM S D Presentation of Crosses

NARRATIVE:

Emmaus has a tradition of giving each pilgrim a cross. On this cross is the simple inscription “Christ is counting on you” Christ needs your hands and hearts to share all the love that God has in store for the world.

On Thursday night when we began our weekend together, your sponsors participated in a prayer service, and as a special part of that service, your sponsors, friends and family held your cross in their hands and prayed specifically for you. Your cross was then placed, on this wooden cross, in the


WHEN WHO WHATprayer Chapel, where it has been throughout the weekend. The same Chapel, where each speaker was prayed for; and where prayer warriors have been at prayer since you arrived here on Thursday night.

This cross does not set you apart from other Christians. You have not joined a special club or society. When you accept this cross, you acknowledge that you are accepting your responsibility as a disciple of Jesus Christ.

I will call your name and as you come forward, the Lay Dir. will place your cross around your neck and say, “Christ is counting on you”. Your response will be “And I am counting on Christ.”

FORM CIRCLE TO SING

Music Dir.

Lead Song – Sign Alleluia to The Lord

4:25 PM SRNotify TA’s and let them know you are leaving the cross. (Return walkie talkie to Dean’s cabin or give to a TA)

4:25 PM LD SPEAKS

Before we go for closing, I want you to begin contemplating two questions. Your larger Emmaus community has been sacrificing and praying for you and for this weekend, and this is your opportunity to share with them.


Spiritual Director:Call each pilgrim’s name as the Lay Director gives each one a cross. After the

crosses have been presented, give pilgrims a few minutes to express thanks individually to team members, if they so desire.

WHEN WHO WHATThe two questions are:

What has the Walk to Emmaus meant to me?

AndWhat am I going to do about it?

Do not use this time to thank your sponsor or others; there will be plenty of time for that later.

One last time, we need to line up by tables, with the Table Leader in front and the Assistant Table Leader behind each table group.

Please follow me to the Conference Room. Once we reach the cabins, we will have time for a quick restroom break. Please use the closest three (3) cabin restrooms. (Woodward, Tulsa, New Cabin and North Oklahoma City)

After you have used the restroom, please return back to your table group in line.

4:35 PMLD/S D

LEAD

1st2nd3rdSR

ASD’s, A/V

Board Rep

FOLLOW( Music team will split off to the right at the water fountain to get in place for closing music)


WHEN WHO WHAT

*******************************************************************SCHEDULE “B” For personal agape letters and cross service in the

Conference room or dining hall

3:00 PM ALD’s Bathroom Break3:15 PM LD SPEAKS

Put your things together by Tables. When you finish, please gather with your tables. (Moving to Dining Hall)

2nd 3rd

LEAD

SR1stLD

Spiritual Directors

Board Rep

FOLLOW

A/V Techs stay behind to tear down and storage of computer equipment and help set up for closing.


WHEN WHO WHAT

Music Team

3:30 PM Spiritual Dir.

Introduction of Individual Agape Letters. ALD’s pass personal letters to tables in prepackaged bundles.

3:30 PM SD Introduction of Individual Agape Letters

NARRATIVE:

Paul opens his first letter to Timothy with these words; “To Timothy, my loyal child in faith: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.” (I Tim. 1:2)

Letters of agape, like Paul’s letter to Timothy, have always been part of the Christian tradition. This weekend you have heard again and again about agape –God’s love—and have received many agape letters which tell of prayers and sacrifices of other people on your behalf, many of whom you will never know. These agape letters have been for all of you.

At the same time, we have told you that the world out there has not changed and you will be returning to essentially the same situation you left on Thursday evening. So it is important that you know there are Christian


SPIRITUAL Director can read the first few verses of some of Paul’s letter to introduce the agape letters. Allow about 30 minutes for individuals to read personal letters. Assistant Lay Directors pass personal letters to tables in pre-packaged bundles. (8-12 letters per pilgrim)

Spiritual Director:At the appropriate time on Sunday afternoon, introduce the personal agape letters as described below.

WHEN WHO WHATfriends who love you and stand ready to help you live in grace and bring change to your environment.

It is also important that you know you are loved and appreciated not only buy us, but also by people who have known you for a long time. We want to give you some personal agape letters, just in case you didn’t get the message of God’s love in the general agape letters. Will the assistants please distribute the personal agape letters?

ALD’s Distribute Letters

3:55 PM ALD’sGather candidates and team back to seats in preparation for presentation of Crosses to each Pilgrim

4:00 PM S D Presentation of Crosses

NARRATIVE:

Emmaus has a tradition of giving each pilgrim a cross. On this cross is the simple inscription “Christ is counting on you” Christ needs your hands and hearts to share all the love that God has in store for the world.

On Thursday night when we began our weekend together, your sponsors participated in a prayer service, and as a special part of that service, your sponsors, friends and family held your cross in their hands and prayed specifically for you. Your cross was then placed, on this wooden cross, in the prayer Chapel, where it has been throughout the weekend. The same Chapel, where each speaker was prayed for; and where prayer warriors have been at prayer since you arrived here on Thursday night.


WHEN WHO WHATThis cross does not set you apart from other Christians. You have not

joined a special club or society. When you accept this cross, you acknowledge that you are accepting your responsibility as a disciple of Jesus Christ.

I will call your name and as you come forward, the Lay Dir. will place your cross around your neck and say, “Christ is counting on you”. Your response will be “And I am counting on Christ.”

Music Lead song4:20 PM ALD’s Break in Conference Room or Dining Hall4:30 PM ALD’s Call Back from Break

SRNotify TA’s and let them know you are leaving the cross. (Return walkie talkie to Dean’s cabin or give to a TA.)

4:32 PM LD Speaks

Before we go for closing, I want you to begin contemplating two questions. Your larger Emmaus community has been sacrificing and praying for you and for your weekend, and this is your opportunity to share with them.

The two questions are:

What has the Walk to Emmaus meant to me?

And


Spiritual Director:Call each pilgrim’s name as the Lay Director gives each one a cross. After the crosses have been presented, give pilgrims a few minutes to express thanks individually to team members, if they so desire.

WHEN WHO WHATWhat am I going to do about it?

Do not use this time to thank your sponsor or others; there will be plenty of time for that later.

One last time, we need to line up by tables, with the Table Leader in front and the Assistant Table Leader behind each table group. Please follow me to the Conference Room.

4:55 PMLD/

Spiritual Director

LEAD slowly to Conference Room for closing to give Pilgrims Time to Think About Questions.

1st2nd3rd SR

ASD’s, Music, AV, Board Rep

Follow

5:00 PM LD CLOSING


WHEN WHO WHAT

CLOSINGLAY DIRECTOR SPEAKS

Welcome to the closing of Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Number __ . I would like to introduce to you the newest members of the Cross Point Emmaus Community, the pilgrims’ of Walk Number __. Will the new Fourth-Day pilgrims please stand and greet your Emmaus family.

Thank you. You may be seated.

We learned this weekend that we are called to be Christ’s hands and feet in ministry. That is exactly what this Cross Point Emmaus Community was called here to do this weekend out of their love for Christ and their love for you. You have experienced the love and service of the Conference Room Team, those who were the visible servants on your weekend. Serving you these past 72 hours, there were many more whom you may or may not have seen. Emmaus intends that they serve anonymously and selflessly –but these persons have been no less important to the success of this weekend. Now it is time for you to meet these faithful and loving servants.


WHEN WHO WHATYou already know that prayer has been the spiritual foundation for this

entire weekend. This community began praying for Walk number ___ many months ago – before we knew your names or the names of those who would be called to serve. God’s plan was not clear to us then, but we prayed because God knew who would be here. The Conference Room Team was bathed in prayer during the months of team formation and preparation. Your sponsors have been praying for you, even before you decided to come on this weekend. And here in this holy place, you have been lifted up in prayer, non-stop, for 72 hours. The prayer Chapel has been filled with people who knelt before the cross, people who held and prayed over the crosses you now wear and people who prayed at home and at work for you. They got up in the middle of the night and prayed for you. People you don’t even know –people in this community of faith, people in prison, and people around the world.

Thursday night as we were introducing our new friends, the Chapel was filled with sponsors and community members praying for you by name. Before Candlelight on Saturday, the Chapel was filled with people who traveled long distances to pray for you by name. Christ has filled this place. You may not have seen this happening, but you have felt their prayers. God’s Emmaus servants have carried your luggage, cooked and served you meals, cleaned your bathrooms, sent you agape letters, and made countless agape gifts for you. All this was done so that you would see the face of God and experience God’s love for you. Keep these agape gifts; wear what you can –go back through your gifts and letters a month from now, a year from now –so that you won’t forget the message of God’s unconditional love for you.

At this time I would like to acknowledge those of you who have undergirded this weekend by asking you to stand for recognition – please hold your applause until the end. Please stand if you helped with: (PAUSE)


WHEN WHO WHATRegistration or attended sponsors hour, (PAUSE) Participated in the

72 hour prayer vigil, (PAUSE) provided gifts of agape or food (PAUSE) Attended candlelight last night, (PAUSE) anyone else who helped in any way.

Please show your appreciation. (PAUSE) You may be seated.

I also give thanks to the servants of God on this team who were not always visible to you, who served in anonymous servant hood. They were the kitchen crew, who cooked and served your delicious meals, the Table Agape team who decorated your tables, and kept those incredible gifts of agape coming at each meal, the Snack Agape team who prepared those fabulous snacks, the Cabin Angels who kept your cabins clean and your beds made, the Team Assistants who ran all over the camp and made the whole weekend look easy, and the Prayer Team who have been praying for this weekend and for you for many months and have been in the prayer chapel all weekend praying over the speakers, your crosses, and each of you and your families. Will all the members of the team who were our Hands and Feet behind the scenes please rise. On behalf of the Cross Point Emmaus Community, and the pilgrims of Walk number ___, I want to thank you for the expressions of love through anonymous servant hood.

You may be seated.

I would also like to recognize those servants who were visible to you all weekend. They were your Table Leaders and Assistant Table Leaders who guided your discussions Some of these persons were speakers –the clergy who spoke of God’s grace and gave counsel, the Assistant Lay Directors who rang the bell and told you the break was THIS long, the musicians who led us joyfully in praise and worship, the AV Tech who provided awesome video assistance and the Board Representative who observed quietly.

Would the Conference Room team please rise. Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 97

WHEN WHO WHATOn behalf of the Cross Point Emmaus Community, and the pilgrims of

Walk number ___, I want to thank you for your commitment of obedience as we journeyed together. You may be seated.

And now, let us all stand to recognize and SILENTLY give thanks to the Holy Spirit, through whom each of us has been guided this weekend. (pause) “Almighty God, who lives and reigns forever, we give you thanks for all the gifts you have bestowed upon us.” Amen.

Ladies, all these people have given to you out of their love. This is your opportunity to respond to this community’s prayers by answering two questions. Remember that this is not a time to say thank you, but a time to witness to what God has done in your life during the past three days and to describe your response to God’s call to active discipleship. The lectern holds a piece of paper to remind you of the 2 questions. They are:

1. What has this Walk to Emmaus meant to me?

2. What am I going to do about it?

The hand crosses used during the weekend are here for you as well.

I have asked _____________________ and ____________________ to respond to these questions as a model for your response.

(Pause for sharing by two team members.)

You may come now as the Holy Spirit leads you. You may come individually, or if you need some extra encouragement, come with a friend. You need to first tell your Name, Walk Number, and Table. Just so you don’t have to worry about forgetting, this is all written down for you and taped on the podium. Please limit your responses to two minutes.Lay Directors Handbook – Cross Point Walk to Emmaus Page 98

WHEN WHO WHAT

(Witnessing by new Pilgrims)

LD SPEAKS

Is there anyone else who would like to share?

(Sit Down and wait 2 min. then return to podium)

Thank you for sharing. I would now like to introduce someone very special to me, my husband _______________________.

Now I would like to introduce you to the Community Lay Director for the Cross Point Emmaus Community _____________________.

Community Lay Director

Announce date and times of Fourth day meeting, future walk to Emmaus events Lay Directors and introduce Community Spiritual Director ___________________.

Spiritual Director Presents cross to Lay DirectorCommunity

Spiritual DirectorLeads Communion and Worship Service

ALD’s Serve Communion

COMMISSIONING OF NEXT LAY DIRECTORS


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